Chitin nanowhiskers with improved properties obtained using natural deep eutectic solvent and mild mechanical processing
Huy Vu Duc Nguyen, Renko de Vries, Simeon D. Stoyanov
Abstract
Making chitin nanowhiskers (ChNW) using natural deep eutectic pretreatment and mild mechanical process. Compared with acid hydrolized, ChNW prepared by our process, show improved functional properties due to residual amorphous chitin on their surface.
Topics & Concepts
ChitinEutectic systemDeep eutectic solventMaterials scienceChemical engineeringSolventAmorphous solidChitosanChemistryComposite materialOrganic chemistryMicrostructureEngineeringNanocomposite Films for Food PackagingAdvanced Cellulose Research StudiesSurfactants and Colloidal Systems