Visible-light-responsive sacrificial chitosan
SFCVC Ink
Temporary support structures and removable baths for complex tissue architectures.
| Composition | Fungal-derived chitosan |
|---|---|
| Material role | Sacrificial support material and embedded-printing bath |
| Removal mechanism | Visible-light cleavage of crosslinks, enabling light-triggered dissolution; soaking and washing also described |
| Temperature requirements | No temperature shift required for removal; physiological conditions |
| Handling | Water-soluble at physiological pH |
| Removal characteristics | Catalogue describes residue-free removal preserving cell viability |
| Reported removal time | Support bath dissolves within minutes after visible-light exposure |
| Ready-to-use format | Sterile 3 and 5 mL cartridges; compatibility with the selected bioprinter to be confirmed |
| Other formats | Powder for custom formulations; custom formats on request |
Catalogue evidence
Reported properties & results
- Reported direct printing within an SFCVC Ink support bath
- Reported transition from stable support to rapid dissolution following visible-light exposure
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Technical catalogue
Source: October 2026 tissue engineering catalogue, printed page 16. Exact formulation, light dose or exposure time where applicable, storage duration and application-specific handling are available on enquiry.