Table 8. Chemical Composition of the Dry Shrimp Shell.
| component | percentage % |
|---|---|
| chitin | 20–25 |
| protein | 35–40 |
| minerals | 32–38 |
| fat | 0.30–0.50 |
| water | 3–5 |
| astaxanthin | 0.40–0.50 |
| ashes | 2–3 |
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