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Tanzania Alpha-amylase HA-580LFG (Thermostable, Low pH)
Product Description
| Declared Enzyme: | Alpha-Amylase |
| Systematic Name: | EC 3.2.1.1, 1,4-α-D-glucan glucanohydrolase |
| Activity: | 400,000 U/ml (minimum) |
| Appearance: | Sepia brown liquid |
| Product pH: | 5.0 to 7.0 S |
| pecific gravity: | 1.10 to 1.25 g/ml |
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HA-580LFG is packaged in 25kg, 30kg food-grade HDPE plastic drums or 1125kg IBC totes. Customized packaging is available upon request.
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Typical shelf-life is eighteen months if it is stored below 25°C in its original packaging, sealed and unopened, protected from direct sunlight.
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This enzyme has been formulated for optimal stability. Prolonged storage and/or adverse conditions such as higher temperatures may lead to a higher dosage requirement, therefore should be avoided.
The application spectrum for thermostable alpha-amylase is broad and impactful. In the biofuel industry, it plays a pivotal role in the saccharification of biomass, breaking down the starches in grains like corn into fermentable sugars that are subsequently converted into ethanol. Its stability is crucial here, as it must perform in tandem with other processes that may involve heat. In the food industry, it is indispensable in the production of sweeteners, such as high-fructose corn syrup, and in baking, where it improves dough handling and the final crumb texture of bread. The ability of this enzyme to function optimally at high temperatures ensures that these processes are not only efficient but also scalable to industrial levels without a loss in performance.
Another significant advantage is the enhancement of final product quality. Because a thermostable alpha-amylase can operate effectively at its ideal temperature, the hydrolysis of starch is more precise and controllable. This leads to a more consistent and desirable profile of dextrins and sugars, which is essential for standardizing products like syrups and improving the yield in brewing processes. The efficient action of the enzyme reduces the formation of unwanted by-products, resulting in a cleaner, higher-quality end product that meets stringent market specifications.