Impact of thermal pre-treatment on the extraction efficiency and physicochemical profile of chitin from blue crab (Callinectes sapidus) carapace

Key Points

• Chitin extraction efficiency increased significantly with thermal pre-treatment, leading to improved yields.
• The physicochemical profile of chitin showed notable enhancements, indicating better quality post-treatment.
• Analysis of chitin properties involved assessing various chemical and physical characteristics, focusing on structure and yield.
• This study highlights the potential for optimizing chitin extraction methods to enhance material utility for various applications.