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Recent Progress on Modified Gum Katira Polysaccharides and Their Various Potential Applications
Mahendra Singh1, Chaitany Jayprakash Raorane2, Alka3
1Molecular Genetics Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Biotechnology, College of Life and Applied Sciences, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan 38541, Korea.
Polymers
|September 9, 2022
Summary
Gum katira, a natural polysaccharide from *Cochlospermum reliogosum*, exhibits antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. This review details its extraction, modification, and diverse applications in medicine, industry, and environmental remediation.
Area of Science:
- Natural product chemistry
- Pharmacognosy
- Materials science
Background:
- Gum katira is a biocompatible, non-toxic polysaccharide exudate from *Cochlospermum reliogosum*.
- It possesses antioxidant, antimicrobial, and immunomodulatory properties with traditional medicinal uses.
- Its potential spans various applications due to its unique characteristics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of gum katira.
- To detail its extraction, purification, characterization, and physiochemical properties.
- To explore its synthetic modifications and diverse applications.
Main Methods:
- Overview of extraction, separation, and purification techniques.
- Discussion of characterization and pharmacognostic features.
- Review of synthetic modification methods like carboxymethylation and grafting.
Main Results:
- Gum katira exhibits significant antioxidant, antimicrobial, and immunomodulatory activities.
- Modified gum katira shows potential in drug delivery, heavy metal, and dye removal.
- Its applications extend to food, pharmaceuticals, and industrial processes.
Conclusions:
- Gum katira is a versatile natural polysaccharide with broad applicability.
- Synthetic modifications enhance its properties for advanced applications.
- Further research into gum katira derivatives can meet future industrial demands.
