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Table 1 Comparison between chitin and chitosan production from fungal mycelia and crustacean sources

From: Current trends in fungal biosynthesis of chitin and chitosan

Basis for comparison

Fungal mycelia

Crustacean sources

Availability

Does not have seasonal or geographic limitations.

Limited by sites of fishing industry and seasons.

Inorganic materials

Low levels

High levels

Extraction process

Simpler

Requires harsh solvents

Cost of waste management

Low

High

Demineralization treatment

Not required

Required

Physico-chemical properties

Consistent

Vary

Induction of the plant immune response

More effective

Less effective