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Barbados Glucoamylase FERZYME PW
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Product Description
| Declared Enzyme: | Glucoamylase |
| Systematic Name: | EC 3.2.1.3, 1,4-alpha-D-Glucan glucanohydrolase |
| Glucoamylase activity: | 150,000U/ ml (minimum) |
| Appearance: | Light to dark brown liquid |
| Product pH: | 3.0 to 5.0 |
| Specific gravity: | 1.10 to 1.15 g/ml |
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Great conversion rate from liquefied starch to glucose
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Considerably improves raw material utilization
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Faster fermentation efficacy
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Lower processing cost
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Industry
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Temperature
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PH
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Dosage (%)
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Time
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Alcohol
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30~62 °C (86~143 °F)
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4.0~4.5
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0.05~0.07
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60 hours
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Beer
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58~62 °C (136~143 °F)
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4.0~4.5
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0.02~0.05
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1 hour
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Rice Wine
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28~32 °C (82~90 °F)
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4.0~4.5
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0.03~0.07
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3 days
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Soy Sauce
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58~62 °C (136~143 °F)
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4.0~4.5
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0.03~0.05
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0.5~1 hour
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Vinegar
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58~62 °C (136~143 °F)
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4.0~4.5
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0.05~0.07
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0.5~1 hour
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- This enzyme has been formulated for optimal stability.
- Typical shelf-life is eighteen months provided being stored below 25°C (77°F). in its original packaging, sealed and unopened, protected from the sunlight.
- Prolonged storage and/or adverse conditions such as higher temperatures may lead to a higher dosage requirement.
The benefits of this enzyme also extend into the realm of food quality and texture. In the baking industry, for instance, the action of the glucoamylase enzyme on residual starches can influence fermentation, crust color, and shelf life. By providing a steady source of glucose for yeast, it promotes a consistent and desirable rise in dough. The resulting bread often exhibits a softer crumb and can maintain its freshness for a longer duration. This demonstrates how the enzyme's function goes beyond mere sugar production, actively enhancing the sensory characteristics of the final consumer product.
From an economic and sustainability perspective, the integration of the glucoamylase enzyme aligns with principles of green manufacturing. As a biological catalyst, it operates under mild conditions, typically following a high-temperature liquefaction step, which helps to lower the overall energy footprint of the saccharification process. By maximizing the sugar yield from agricultural feedstocks, it promotes efficient resource utilization, minimizing waste. The ability to obtain more product from less raw material is a cornerstone of sustainable industrial practice, and the glucoamylase enzyme is a key enabler in this regard.