Keratinase
Hydrolyses keratin, the tough structural protein in feathers and hair.
Overview
Keratinase is a food-grade enzyme that hydrolyses keratin, the tough structural protein in feathers and hair.
In food processing it is used in processing of protein-rich by-products. The specification for your application is confirmed on the technical data sheet and the certificate of analysis for each batch.
Key benefits & applications
- Hydrolyses keratin, the tough structural protein in feathers and hair.
Technical specifications
| EC number | EC 3.4.21 / 3.4.24 |
|---|---|
| Source | Bacillus subtilis |
| Form | Off-white to light brown powder |
| Activity | 50,000 – 100,000 U/g (customizable) |
| Optimum pH | 7.5 – 10.0 |
| pH range | 6.5 – 11.0 |
| Optimum temperature | 50°C – 65°C |
| Temperature range | Stable up to 65°C |
| Shelf life | 24 months from date of manufacture |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place (<25°C) |
| Packaging | 25 kg HDPE drum with inner LDPE liner; Liquid: 30 kg / 50 kg carboys; Customized packaging available |
From the Keratinase technical data sheet. The specification for your order is confirmed on the certificate of analysis.
Used across
Hydrolyses keratin, the tough structural protein in feathers and hair. It is part of our food enzymes range, which serves applications such as dairy & lactose-free products, cheese making, juice clarification.
The specification is confirmed per grade on the technical data sheet; tell us your application and required activity when you request a quotation.
Yes. You can download the Keratinase technical data sheet (PDF) from this page. A certificate of analysis is provided for the batch you receive.
Keratinase is supplied in 25 kg or 50 kg HDPE drums or in retail pouches, manufactured in our GMP and ISO 9001:2015 certified facility in India. We supply customers in 20 countries; Incoterms and lead time are agreed per order.
Yes. Request a sample through our contact form with your application and destination country, and we will send it with the technical data sheet.
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