Documentation on current developments in production and applications of a β-(1-3)-D glucan (Curdlan)

S. Shobana, V. Ponnusami and K

Abstract

Curdlan is an exclusive bacterial homopolysaccharide of D-glucose units composed entirely of β(1-3) glycosidic linkages. It is an economically important secondary metabolite having diverse applications. A brief review on the process and conditions required for curdlan production and the need for utilization of available cheap raw materials are highlighted in this paper.