ETHABLE-DEX
ETHABLE-DEX
(Fungal Dextranase for the Sugar Cane Industry)
Introduction:
In sugar production, dextran is an undesirable compound synthesized by contaminant microorganisms from sucrose. This increases the viscosity of the flow and reduces industrial recovery, leading to significant losses. Ethable-DEX enzymatic preparation is effectively used for hydrolysing dextran in sugar mill juices.
Effect of dextran in sugar production
Summary of Detrimental Effects:
- Production losses
- Significant increase in viscosity
- Lower evaporation rates
- Longer wash and separation cycle in centrifuge
- Losses of molasses
Description:
Ethable-DEX is an endo-dextranase enzyme belonging to the glucosyl transferases family, obtained from a selected strain of microorganisms.
Properties
| Activity Property | Details |
| Form | Viscous Liquid |
| Colour | Amber to Light Brown |
| Odour | Characteristic |
| Solubility | Miscible in Water |
Benefits:
Application of Ethable-DEX in sugar production brings the following benefits:
- Promotes hydrolysis of dextran, thereby reducing viscosity and improving the refined product.
- Acts on sugar cane juice with a wide range of sucrose content at pH optimum for use in mixed juice.
- Reduces viscosity in syrup and massecuites.
- Improves boiling rate.
- Reduces steam percentage of cane.
- Improves purge ability at centrifugal.
- Enhances the quality of sugar.
- Overall increase in capacity utilization of the boiling house.
Storage Stability:
Ethable-DEX should be stored in a cool and dry environment. Its activity shall be maintained for up to 18 months when stored at a temperature not exceeding 35°C.
Safety:
Contact or inhalation of enzymes in any form may cause allergic reactions and should be avoided. In case of contact with the skin or eyes, promptly rinse with water for at least 15 minutes. Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (available on request) for all safety instructions