Chitin and chitosans in the bioeconomy Thanks to their biodegradability non toxicity biocompatibility bioactivity and versatile chemical and physical properties chitin and chitosan derivatives are used in a wide variety of applications including water treatment cosmetics and toiletries food and beverages healthcare medical and agrochemicals. This book covers all major aspects of chitin and chitosan including structure biosynthesis biodegradation properties of chitin and derivatives applications and market. It offers a special focus on the bioeconomy which is the renewable segment of the circular economy. The book serves as a reference for polymer scientists and engineers advanced students and economists