High-Performance Marine-Derived
Functional Ingredients

From structural biopolymers to advanced bioactive formulations, our portfolio delivers sustainable, science-driven solutions for agriculture, pharmaceuticals, aquaculture, food, cosmetics, water treatment, and industrial applications.

Explore Our Marine Biopolymer Portfolio

Sustainable marine-derived biopolymers engineered for innovation across healthcare, agriculture, food, packaging and industrial applications.

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Chitin

Structural Marine Biopolymer

Agriculture Biomedical Packaging
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Chitosan

Functional Marine Biopolymer

Food Pharmaceutical Water Treatment
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COS

Bioactive Marine Oligosaccharide

Nutrition Agriculture Cosmetics
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BioActiv Complex™

Proprietary Marine Bioactive Blend

Animal Feed Plant Nutrition Health & Wellness
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Chitin— Structural Biopolymer

The primary structural polysaccharide extracted from crustacean exoskeleton, Chitin-N is a high-purity, minimally-processed polymer that serves as the foundational raw material for downstream applications in agriculture, biomedical engineering, water treatment, and industrial manufacturing.

Degree of Acetylation > 85%
Form Powder / Flake
Moisture ≤ 10%
Ash Content ≤ 2%
Colour Off-white / Cream
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Chitin

Chitosan— Deacetylated Biopolymer

Chitosan is the N-deacetylated derivative of chitin and one of the most versatile natural cationic polymers known to science. Its free amino groups grant it exceptional solubility, charge-based interactions, and biological activity — spanning food safety, agriculture, nutraceuticals, pharma drug delivery, and advanced materials science.

Deacetylation Degree ≥ 75–95%
Viscosity Grade Low / Medium / High
Solubility 1% Acetic Acid
Moisture ≤ 2%
Heavy Metals Compliant
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Chitosan

Chito-oligosaccharide— High-Bioavailability Oligomer

Chito-oligosaccharides are short-chain, water-soluble fragments of chitosan produced by controlled enzymatic or chemical depolymerisation. Unlike chitin and high-MW chitosan, COS is fully water-soluble at physiological pH — unlocking superior bioavailability and a dramatically expanded application scope in human health, animal nutrition, and precision agriculture.

Molecular Weight 1,000–5,000 Da
DP Range 2–10
Solubility Fully water-soluble
Deacetylation ≥ 80%
Form Fine powder / Solution
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Chito-oligosaccharide

BioActiv Complex™ COS · NAG · Protein Hydrolysate— Proprietary Synergistic Blend

Our flagship multi-component bioactive — co-produced from the same shrimp shell biorefinery stream — delivers a synergistic trio of complementary functional molecules in a single, standardised product. The clarification process ensures a clean, odour-minimised input compatible with premium B2B applications.

COS Prebiotic + Immune Activator + Elicitor
N-Acetylglucosamine (NAG) Joint Health + Skin Matrix + Anti-inflammatory
Protein Hydrolysate (Clarified) Amino Acid Source + Nitrogen + Bioactive Peptides
Clarified Grade Colour, odour & turbidity optimised for premium use
Form Fine powder / Solution
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BioActiv Complex™ COS · NAG · Protein Hydrolysate

Applications of Chitin

Soil Amendment & Plant Immunity Activator

Chitin incorporated into soil activates plant systemic resistance via the jasmonic acid signalling pathway — acting as a natural, non-toxic elicitor. It also promotes growth of beneficial soil microbiota including mycorrhizal fungi and nitrogen-fixing bacteria.
.Triggers systemic acquired resistance (SAR) in plants
.Suppresses soil-borne fungal pathogens (Fusarium, Pythium)
.Enhances phosphorus solubilisation activity
.100% biodegradable — improves soil organic carbo

Chitosan & COS Precursor Manufacturing

Native chitin is the primary feedstock for the deacetylation process that yields chitosan, and for enzymatic or acid hydrolysis to produce chito-oligosaccharides — all higher-value downstream products.
.Consistent acetylation degree ensures predictable deacetylation yields
.Low ash content reduces chemical consumption in downstream processing
.Scalable, verified process — suitable for industrial lots

Heavy Metal & Dye Biosorption

Chitins abundant hydroxyl and acetamido groups provide natural chelation sites for heavy metals (Pb²⁺, Cu²⁺, Hg²⁺, Cd²⁺) and anionic dyes in industrial wastewater — functioning as a natural bioadsorbent.
.Effective across pH 4–8 range
.Non-toxic, sludge-free, regenerable
.Meets ETP compliance for textile, electroplating, pharma effluent

Scaffold Matrix & Wound Healing

Chitins structural similarity to mammalian glycosaminoglycans makes it a preferred scaffold material for tissue engineering and wound care applications — promoting cell adhesion and collagen synthesis.
.Biocompatible and biodegradable
.Supports fibroblast and keratinocyte proliferation
.Haemostatic — promotes rapid clot formation

Biodegradable Packaging Composite

Chitin-reinforced bioplastic films show improved tensile strength, oxygen barrier properties, and natural antimicrobial activity — making them ideal functional fillers for bio-packaging manufacturers.
.Reduces reliance on synthetic polymer additives
.Inherent antimicrobial properties extend product shelf life
.Compostable — aligns with Extended Producer Responsibility norms

Film-Former & Skin Conditioner

Chitin nano-particles and fibres are used in premium cosmetic formulations as natural film-formers, humectants, and skin protectants — replacing synthetic polymers like nylon or silicone derivatives.
.Provides long-lasting moisture-retention film on skin
.Suitable for "natural" and "clean beauty" formulations
.Safe, non-irritant, non-comedogenic

Applications of Chitosan

Seed Treatment & Biopesticide

Chitosan as a seed priming agent enhances germination rates, builds systemic resistance, and creates a protective biofilm against fungal and bacterial pathogens — all without chemical residue concerns.
.Improves germination by 15–30% across multiple crops
.Reduces seed-borne fungal infection (Alternaria, Botrytis)
.Approved for organic agriculture globally
.Enhances nutrient uptake efficiency (N, P, K)

Natural Preservative & Antimicrobial Coating

Chitosan-based edible coatings extend fresh produce shelf life by 30–50% by forming a semi-permeable barrier that reduces respiration rate, controls microbial growth, and retains sensory quality — eliminating the need for synthetic preservatives.
.GRAS status in the United States; EFSA reviewed
.Active against E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria
.Extends fresh fruit & vegetable shelf life
.Compatible with post-harvest cold chain operations

Controlled Drug Delivery Matrix

Chitosans mucoadhesive properties and pH-responsive solubility make it the leading natural excipient for controlled-release tablets, nasal drug delivery, and oral biologics protection — reducing dosing frequency and improving bioavailability.
Mucoadhesive — enhances absorption at mucosal surfaces
pH-triggered release for colon-targeted delivery
Complexes with DNA/RNA — gene therapy applications
USP/BP grade available on request

Feed Additive & Immune Stimulant

Dietary supplementation of chitosan in aquaculture feed significantly improves feed conversion ratio, enhances non-specific immune response, and reduces mortality from common bacterial diseases — replacing antibiotic growth promoters.
.Improves FCR and specific growth rate in shrimp & fish
.Stimulates lysozyme and phagocytic activity
.Antibiotic-free growth promotion strategy
.Reduces ammonia production in water column

Hair Care Polymer & Skin Actives Delivery

Cationic chitosan strongly adsorbs to negatively charged hair and skin surfaces, delivering deep conditioning, anti-frizz effects, and enhanced active ingredient penetration — used in shampoos, conditioners, serums, and wound dressings.
Proven hair fibre strengthening and smoothing
Encapsulates actives for controlled skin delivery
Mild, hypoallergenic — suitable for sensitive skin

Flocculant & Ion-Exchange Media

Chitosans cationic charge density allows it to electrostatically neutralise negatively charged suspended particles, dyes, and dissolved metals in wastewater — performing as a biodegradable flocculant superior to synthetic polyacrylamides.
Removes turbidity, dyes, and heavy metals in one step
Biodegradable — no toxic sludge byproduct
Effective at very low dose (5–50 mg/L)
Compatible with municipal and industrial ETP systems

Applications of Chito-oligosaccharide

Prebiotic & Gut Microbiome Modulator

COS selectively promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria (Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus) while inhibiting pathogenic species — classifying it as a next-generation prebiotic with immune and metabolic health benefits. Its small molecular size ensures rapid absorption and efficacy at low doses.
.Bifidogenic effect — clinically validated prebiotic action
.Reduces gut inflammation via NF-κB inhibition
.Supports intestinal barrier integrity (tight junction proteins)
.Anti-obesity effect via gut axis modulation

Antibiotic-Free Growth Promoter

COS in poultry, swine, and aquaculture feed demonstrates consistent improvement in growth rate, feed conversion efficiency, and immunity — serving as a science-backed, regulatory-compliant replacement for antibiotic growth promoters (AGPs) that are being phased out globally.
.Improves average daily gain (ADG) in broilers and swine
.Enhances villus height:crypt depth ratio for better nutrient absorption
.Reduces diarrhoea incidence and mortality
.Reduces residual antibiotic contamination in food supply

Biostimulant & Plant Defence Elicitor

COS is a potent plant defence elicitor even at ppm concentrations — triggering the expression of pathogenesis-related (PR) proteins and stimulating secondary metabolite synthesis. As a foliar spray or drip irrigation additive, it dramatically enhances crop resilience, yield, and quality.
.Effective at concentrations as low as 100–500 ppm
.Increases chlorophyll content and photosynthetic efficiency
.Reduces fungicide and pesticide dependency
.Registered biostimulant in EU and India (FCO compatible)

Anti-Ageing & Skin Brightening Active

COS inhibits melanin synthesis by downregulating tyrosinase activity, while simultaneously stimulating collagen and hyaluronic acid production in dermal fibroblasts — making it a powerful, natural dual-action cosmetic ingredient for anti-ageing and brightening formulations.
.Tyrosinase inhibition — natural skin brightening
.Stimulates collagen Type I and III synthesis
.Antioxidant (ROS scavenging) — prevents photoageing
.Excellent skin penetration due to low molecular weight

Anti-inflammatory & Neuroprotective Agent

Emerging clinical and pre-clinical data position COS as a multi-target bioactive: it inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6), offers neuroprotection in Alzheimers models, and demonstrates significant antitumour activity via apoptosis induction in multiple cancer cell lines.
.Inhibits NF-κB and MAPK inflammatory pathways
.Anti-tumour — induces apoptosis in multiple cancer lines
.Neuroprotective — reduces amyloid beta aggregation
.Anti-diabetic — improves insulin sensitivity

Functional Ingredient & Natural Preservative

COSs water solubility and mild flavour profile make it eminently compatible with beverages, dairy products, and health foods — offering antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits without altering organoleptic properties of the food matrix.
Natural antimicrobial — extends beverage shelf life
Antioxidant — compatible with clean-label beverages
Thermostable — withstands food processing temperatures
No off-taste or odour at functional doses

Applications of BioActiv Complex™ COS · NAG · Protein Hydrolysate

Animal Nutrition & Aquaculture

→ COS acts as prebiotic, improving gut microbiome balance and villus architecture for superior nutrient absorption
→ NAG provides direct N-acetylglucosamine for intestinal mucin synthesis, reinforcing the gut mucosal barrier
→ Protein hydrolysate contributes free amino acids and bioactive peptides that stimulate growth hormone secretion and anabolic pathways
→ Combined effect: improved FCR, reduced mortality, antibiotic-free production — command premium pricing in export markets

Biostimulant & Liquid Fertiliser

→ COS elicits plant defence enzymes and stimulates root development at ultra-low concentrations
→ NAG contributes to plant cell wall biosynthesis and supports rhizobium activity in legume systems
→ Protein hydrolysate delivers organic nitrogen, amino acids (glutamine, glycine, proline) that directly feed plant metabolism
→ Single product replaces 3 inputs — cost advantage and application simplicity for farmer adoption

Nutraceuticals & Joint Health

→ NAG is the biological precursor to hyaluronic acid and chondroitin sulfate — supporting joint cartilage regeneration
→ COS reduces systemic inflammation via NF-κB inhibition, addressing the inflammatory component of arthritis
→ Bioactive peptides from protein hydrolysate (collagen-type fragments) further support connective tissue integrity
→ Combined efficacy rivals glucosamine-chondroitin supplements with superior bioavailability due to COS water solubility

Cosmetics — Advanced Skin Bioactive

→ NAG is a proven skin-brightening and hyaluronic acid synthesis stimulator — widely used in prestige skincare
→ COS scavenges free radicals, inhibits tyrosinase, and promotes keratinocyte proliferation for wound healing
→ Clarified protein hydrolysate peptides provide amino acid building blocks for collagen and elastin synthesis
→ Clarification ensures formulation stability and compatibility with transparent serums and premium cosmetic systems