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Seikagaku's business can be traced back to 1950, when we became the first company in the world to successfully produce chondroitin sulfate commercially. The key to our success was our unique extraction and purification technologies. These technologies have been highly trusted by customers for over half a century to produce the raw materials used in high-purity, high-quality pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
Hyaluronic acid is a type of glycosaminoglycan, which is a major component of glycoconjugate. It is present throughout the human body and exists in the highest concentrations in the umbilical cord, joint fluid, vitreous body and skin.
It has excellent water retention properties and viscoelasticity, and can function as an effective lubricant and protective coating. It is primarily used as a raw material of joint function improving agents, ophthalmic surgical aids, ophthalmic products (eye drops), and cosmetics.
Chondroitin sulfate is a type of glycosaminoglycan, which is a major component of glycoconjugate. It is present in the cartilage, bones, ligaments, cornea, blood vessels, and other parts of the human body, and it contributes to sustaining and strengthening tissue and maintaining flexibility.
It is used as a raw material in cardiovascular medications, metabolic medications, ophthalmic products (eye drops, eyewashes), nutritional fortifications (tablets, drinks), medications for arthritic, and cosmetics. Research is currently being conducted on new applications in regenerative medicine.