Industry Innovation
Science-Backed Solutions for a Sustainable Future
At Promecens, we develop high-performance materials grounded in scientific research, advanced technology, and sustainable principles. Our approach combines innovation with practical applications to create materials that meet demanding performance and environmental requirements.
From biomedicine and cosmetics to energy and advanced technologies, our solutions are designed to address evolving industry needs. We work to transform scientific discoveries into meaningful, scalable innovations that support a more sustainable future.
Our Innovations
Advanced Biomaterials. Real-World Impact.
Bio-based Innovation
Multi-Source Biomaterials
Promecens biomaterials are derived from multiple biological sources, enabling flexible sourcing strategies for industrial, cosmetic, biomedical, and sustainability-driven applications.
| # | Source | Type | Advantages | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black Soldier Fly | Insect Biomass | Circular waste upcycling, high yield | Industrial, Biomedical |
| 2 | Oyster Mushroom | Fungal Biomass | Vegan source | Cosmetics |
| 3 | Lenzites betulina | Medicinal mushroom | Strong antimicrobial relevance | Research, specialty biomaterials |
| 4 | Agaricus Bisporus | Edible Mushroom | Food-compatible positioning | Nutraceuticals, cosmetic applications |
Materials & Applications
Explore Our Biomaterial Portfolio
Promecens offers a diverse portfolio of high-purity chitosan derivatives, melanin, and advanced biomaterials sourced from multiple biological origins. Explore our material specifications, industry applications, and source characteristics to identify the right materials for your research, formulation, or industrial requirements.
Source Comparison
| # | Property | BSF | Oyster Mushroom | Lenzites Betulina | Agaricus Bisporus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sustainability | Very High | High | High | High |
| 2 | Very High | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| 3 | Antimicrobial Activity | Strong | Moderate | Strong | Moderate |
| 4 | Biomedical Suitability | High | Very High | Very High | High |
| 5 | Vegan | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Application-Based Product Selection
| # | Industry | Recommended Materials |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Content | CMCS; Hydroxypropyl Chitosan ;Hydroxypropyl Chitosan Melanin |
| 2 | Pharmaceutical | Trimethyl Chitosan; Thiolated Chitosan; Phatmaceutical Grade Chitosan; Chitosan Hydrochloride |
| 3 | Agriculture | COS; Standard Chitsan; Low MW Chitosan; AMP blends |
| 4 | Biomedical | Medical Grade Chitosan; Methacrylated Chitosan;Glycol Chitosan; Phosphorylated Chitosan |
| 5 | Water Treatment | Chitosan Acetate; Sulfonated Chitosan;Crosslinked Chitosan Beads |
| 6 | Packaging | High MW Chitosan; Hydroxypropyl Chitosan |
| 7 | Electronics | Semiconductor Grade Melanin; custom advanced materials platforms |
Industries Served
Promecens biomaterials support a broad set of sectors.The table below is designed for the shop page to help visitors immediately understand sector fit and flagship material families.
| # | Industry | Typical Needs | Recommended Promecens Materials | Representative Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetics & Personal Care | UV protection, conditioning, skin feel, clean-label actives | CMCS; Hydroxypropyl Chitosan; Hydroxyethyl Chitosan; Cosmetic Grade Melanin; Oyster Mushroom Chitosan | Sun care, anti-ageing systems, hair care polymers, premium skincare |
| 2 | Pharmaceuticals | Excipient performance, delivery enhancement, controlled purity | Pharmaceutical Grade Chitosan; Trimethyl Chitosan; Thiolated Chitosan; Chitosan Hydrochloride; Glycol Chitosan | Drug delivery, excipient systems, mucoadhesive formulations, nanocarriers |
| 3 | Agriculture & Plant Health | Plant immunity, crop protection, sustainable inputs | Standard Chitosan; Low MW Chitosan; COS fractions; CMCS; AMP blends | Foliar sprays, seed treatments, antifungal support, biostimulant systems |
| 4 | Biomedical Devices | Biocompatibility, scaffolding, regenerative materials | Medical Grade Chitosan; Methacrylated Chitosan; Phosphorylated Chitosan; Glycol Chitosan | Wound care, scaffolds, hydrogels, tissue engineering systems |
| 5 | Veterinary | Bioactive protection, health support, antimicrobial systems | COS fractions; AMP Blend; Defensin-like Peptides; Cecropin-like Peptides | Animal health additives, mastitis-oriented systems, veterinary formulations |
| 6 | Environmental Technologies | Flocculation, adsorption, metal removal, sustainability | Chitosan Acetate; Sulfonated Chitosan; Crosslinked Chitosan Beads; Standard Chitosan | Wastewater treatment, heavy metal removal, microplastic capture |
| 7 | Packaging & Coatings | Film formation, barrier performance, antimicrobial surfaces | High MW Chitosan; Hydroxypropyl Chitosan; Amphiphilic Chitosan; Industrial Grade Melanin | Biodegradable films, barrier coatings, antimicrobial packaging |
| 8 | Electronics & Advanced Materials | Functional interfaces, conductive or shielding biomaterials | Semiconductor Grade Melanin; Custom Advanced Material Platforms | Organic semiconductors, bioelectronics, radiation shielding concepts |
Technical Specification Table
| # | Parameter | Standard Chitosan | CMCS | Quaternary Chitosan | COS | Melanin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molecular Weight | 150–300 kDa | 10–200 kDa | 50–150 kDa | <10 kDa | Particle-based |
| 2 | DDA | 85–98.6% | Derivative | Derivative | Oligomeric | Not applicable |
| 3 | Degree of Substitution | -- | Controlled | Controlled | -- | Not applicable |
| 4 | Solubility | Acidic systems | Water soluble | Water soluble | Water soluble | Formulation dependent |
| 5 | Zeta Potential | +40 to +70 mV | −10 to +78 mV | +50 to +80 mV | +20 to +80 mV | Variable |
| 6 | Purity | ≥99% | ≥99% | ≥99% | ≥99% | Grade dependent |