Description

β-Glucanase is a hydrolytic enzyme complex that specifically catalyzes the breakdown of β-glucan polysaccharides into smaller oligosaccharides and glucose. This enzymatic action is critical for improving process efficiency and product quality across several major industries. Key industrial users include manufacturers in the brewing, animal feed, textile, and biofuel sectors, where controlling viscosity and enhancing yield are primary operational goals.

Application

• Brewing & Distilling Industry: Used to reduce wort viscosity by hydrolyzing barley β-glucans, improving filtration rates, lautering efficiency, and overall yield.
• Animal Feed Additive: Incorporated into poultry and swine feed to degrade anti-nutritional β-glucans in cereals like barley and oats, improving feed digestibility and nutrient absorption.
• Textile & Pulp Processing: Employed in biopolishing and biofinishing of cellulose-based fabrics (e.g., cotton) and in pulp treatment to modify fiber properties.
• Biofuel Production: Acts in enzyme cocktails for the saccharification of cellulosic biomass, breaking down β-glucan components to fermentable sugars for ethanol production.
• Food Processing: Applied in the production of cereal-based products and fruit juices to clarify extracts and stabilize products by degrading soluble fibers.
• Research & Diagnostic Reagents: Serves as a specific biochemical tool in research laboratories for structural analysis of polysaccharides and in diagnostic kits.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Glucanase
CAS No.	62213-14-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	β-Glucanase; 1,3-1,4-β-Glucan 4-Glucanohydrolase; Endo-1,3(4)-β-Glucanase; Lichenase; Cereal β-Glucanase; Laminarinase; Endo-β-1,3-1,4-Glucanase; Barley β-Glucanase
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our β-Glucanase is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is characterized for key parameters including enzymatic activity, protein content, and microbial limits to ensure consistent performance and reliability in your application. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, activity (typically expressed in BGU or other standard units), and specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability, as the product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For short-term use, storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable. Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and loss of activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light brown to tan powder or lyophilized solid
Activity	≥ 1,000 BGU/g (or as per grade)
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 80%
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0 %
pH (in solution)	4.5 - 6.5
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 10,000 CFU/g
Identification (IR)	Conforms

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.