Chitosan as coating and for flame retardant applications

Chitosan can also be applied to fabrics and fibers, or as a coating on other materials to provide a flame retardant coating. These coatings can greatly enhance the flame retardancy of cotton, for example, as well as increase it's thermal stability at high temperatures.

Over the past decade, the use of chitosan for flame retardant applications has emerged as an innovative and intriguing development, distinct from its traditional uses as a bio-based material. In this capacity, chitosan acts as a valuable carbon source, often combined with intumescent agents, to enhance flame retardant properties in a variety of polymer systems, including bulk materials, textiles, and foams.

Furthermore, this application of chitosan as a flame retardant aligns perfectly with eco-friendly and sustainable practices.

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