INDUSTRIAL USES OF CYCLODEXTRINS AND THEIR DERIVATIVES

Cyclodextrins as well as their derivatives have the ability of encapsu lating in their cavity a wide variety of molecules, conferring on them new physicochemical characteristics. For this reason, they are propos ed for many uses in various industries. When they are empty, they can be used for their ability to trap certain molecules, or because they c an transform gases or liquids into solids, improve stability, decrease undesirable side effects, enhance solubility, increase absorption thr ough biological membranes, and prolong the release of the encapsulated molecule.