Chondroitin Sulfate

Chondroitin sulfate (CS) was first described in 1854 by Fisher and Boedker. The complete identification of the glycopeptidelinkage in the overall carbohydrate-protein was published in 1966.

Chondoritin sulfates form part of the natural ocurring proteoglycans (PG) which are usually constituted by a protein core covalently linked to large linear heteropolysaccharide chains (GAG).

Chondroitin sulfate is mainly obtained from bovine, porcine and shark cartilage. The metod involves a proteolytic treatment, followed by a specific separation and purification. Special processes are implemented in order to eliminate any kind of viruses in the final product.

Chondroitin sulfate is widely distributed in animal tissues and possibly plays an important role in different types of metabolic reactions as well as being a protective agent of joints, internal wall of blood vessels, skin, bones, etc. In cartilage, glycosaminoglycans have a protective function, CS stabilizes fibrous and cellular elements of the connective tissue and, at the same time, lubricates and protects the membranes.

CS has been studied as a product in chondroprotection and cartilage repair, and also in the fields of dermatology, cosmetics, coronary heart diseases, angiogenesis, anti-arteriosclerosis, anti-thrombosis, wound healing, connective tissue regeneration, ophtalmology, traumatisms, inhibition of stone formation, periodonitis, adhesion prevention, radiology, etc.

CS stops the degradation providing the cartilage with resistance and elasticity, and slows cartilage breakdown by protecting it from destructive enzymes. It has both pain relieving and regenerating activities in the cartilage.
The moisturizing and hydrating properties of the product due to its high hygroscopicity help to maintain the elasticity of the cutaneous tissue.

CS has a strong influence in the healing of wounds and ulcers, reducing inflammation of the ulceroperipherical tissue.

Chondroprotection:
Rheumatology (Osteoarthritis), traumatology, sports medicine and health food suplement

Dermatology and cosmetics

Ophthalmology

Veterinary

Carrier

Chondroitin sulfate is available in bulk amounts.
It is presented in solid powder form.