DEXTRANASE ENZYME
Product Description: Dextranase is an enzyme of great utility as it facilitates the breakdown of dextran into smaller molecular fractions. These fractions possess significant value in various commercial and clinical domains. Dextranases belong to the glycoside hydrolase family and have a vital function in the degradation of dextran molecules into smaller oligosaccharides and ultimately into individual glucose units. These enzymes effectively reduce the high dextran content in sugar juice, thereby preventing dextran-related complications.
Source: Various microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and yeast, are responsible for the production of dextranase enzymes. Strains of Penicillium, Leuconostoc, Streptococcus, and Chaetomium are commonly found as sources of these enzymes.
Applications:
Food and Beverage Industry: Dextranase enzymes play a crucial role in the food and beverage industry by regulating the formation of dextran and minimizing the viscosity in sugar syrups, fruit juices, and various liquid products. Their utilization leads to enhanced product clarity, improved filtration efficiency, and increased flavor stability.
Microbial Biofilm Control: Dextranase enzymes are used in many sectors of the economy, such as water treatment, dentistry, and healthcare, because of their capacity to break down dextran-based biofilms that are created by harmful bacteria like Streptococcus mutans.
Textile Industry: In the textile industry, dextranase enzymes are used in desizing procedures to eliminate dextran-based sizing agents from textiles, therefore increasing dye penetration and boosting fabric quality.
Activity: 2000 IU/gm to 30000 IU/gm (Activity level can be customized as per customer’s requirement).