Description

Curdlan

Curdlan is a high-purity, linear β-(1→3)-glucan polysaccharide produced by microbial fermentation, used in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and biomedical applications for its unique gelling, stabilizing, and biofunctional properties. It is distinguished by its ability to form thermo-irreversible or thermo-reversible gels depending on heating conditions, making it valuable in controlled-structure formulations.
Curdlan appears as a white to off-white powder that is insoluble in cold water but disperses to form stable suspensions. Upon heating, it undergoes gelation, producing firm, elastic gels that maintain structural integrity under mechanical stress. Its neutral taste and high purity support use in both ingestible and topical systems.
In pharmaceutical, biomedical, and related applications, Curdlan is used in:
• Controlled-release and hydrogel-based drug delivery systems
• Tablet and capsule formulations as a binder or matrix former
• Wound care, tissue engineering, and biomedical scaffold research
• Immunological and biological research involving β-glucans
• Nutraceutical formulations targeting immune support
• Food and medical nutrition products requiring heat-stable gels
Curdlan exhibits biological activity associated with β-glucans, including interaction with immune receptors such as Dectin-1. Its physical properties allow it to function as both a structural excipient and a bioactive polysaccharide, depending on application context.
CarboMer offers Curdlan with control over molecular weight, purity, moisture content, ash level, and microbial quality. The material is suitable for regulated pharmaceutical development, biomedical research, and advanced formulation applications.
The material is packaged in sealed, moisture-resistant, tamper-evident containers. Available in laboratory, pilot, and commercial-scale quantities. Documentation includes Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and complete traceability.
Each batch is tested for identity (IR), molecular weight distribution, loss on drying, ash content, pH, and microbial limits. Technical support is available to assist with dispersion, processing conditions, and application development.
As with all CarboMer supplied polysaccharides, Curdlan is backed by dependable global supply, stringent quality control, and expert technical guidance to ensure consistent and high-performance use across pharmaceutical, biomedical, and nutritional applications.