The use of biotechnology in industry through processes like biocatalysts and biotransformation has grown dramatically. In the leather business, enzymes are crucial for improving the sustainability and efficiency of many processes that transform raw animals into high-quality leather goods. The enzymes reduce the need for harsh chemicals in the production of leather goods and are more environmentally friendly than traditional leather processing. The leather industry uses enzymes for a variety of processes, including soaking, unhairing, bating, dyeing, and more.
Leather enzymes are revolutionizing the leather industry, making the processing easier, sustainable, and more environmentally friendly. These natural biocatalysts are applied during various stages of leather production such as soaking, unhairing, bating, and degreasing. The breakdown of unwanted fats, proteins, and other residues improves the quality of the leather while also reducing the need for harsh chemicals.
Our Products
LTzyme-SOAK (Alkaline Protease)
- Softens hides and removes proteins.
- Improves soaking efficiency.
LTzyme-BATE (Alkaline Protease)
- Prepares hides for tanning by cleaning residuals.
- Improves smoothness and softness of leather.
LTzyme-Acid Bate (Acid Protease)
- Enhances grain quality and softness.
- Prepares leather for further processing.
LTzyme-Amyl (Amylase)
- Removes starch from hides.
- Cleans and smooths leather for finishing.
LTzyme-Amyl (Amylase)
- Removes starch from hides.
- Cleans and smooths leather for finishing.
FAQ’s
Proteases, lipases, and amylases are commonly used in cleaning, softening, and preparing leather during production.
Enzymes break down fats, proteins, and other impurities, thereby making the leather softer, cleaner, and easier to process.
Proteases are used to remove hair from hides gently during the unhairing process by reducing chemical usage.
Enzymes are environmentally friendly and improve the quality and softness of the leather, minimizing pollution.
Yes, as enzymes replace harsh chemicals, the processes become cleaner, and the impact on the environment is less.
