Description

Pentosanase is a specialized enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of pentosans, such as arabinoxylan, into smaller oligosaccharides and simple sugars. This targeted biocatalytic action is crucial for improving process efficiency and product quality in industries where plant-based materials are utilized. Key industrial users include manufacturers in the animal feed, food processing, and biofuel sectors seeking to enhance digestibility, extractability, and yield.

Application

• Animal Feed Additive: Incorporated into poultry and swine feed to break down non-starch polysaccharides (NSPs) like arabinoxylans in cereals, improving nutrient digestibility and feed conversion ratios.
• Baking Industry: Used in flour treatment and dough conditioning to hydrolyze pentosans, resulting in improved dough handling, increased loaf volume, and enhanced crumb structure and softness.
• Beverage Production: Applied in the clarification of fruit juices and wines by degrading haze-forming polysaccharides, leading to improved filtration rates and product stability.
• Biofuel Processing: Employed in the enzymatic pre-treatment of lignocellulosic biomass (e.g., agricultural residues) to hydrolyze hemicellulose, facilitating the release of fermentable sugars for ethanol production.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Utilized in pulp bleaching processes to selectively remove hemicellulose, reducing chemical usage and improving pulp brightness and quality.
• Textile Processing: Aids in the bioscouring of natural fibers like cotton by breaking down pectin and hemicellulosic components for improved wettability and dye uptake.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentosanase
CAS No.	9068-42-2
Molecular Formula	N/A (Enzyme preparation)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Enzyme preparation)
Synonyms	Pentosan Hydrolase; Endo-1,4-β-Xylanase; 1,4-β-D-Xylan Xylanohydrolase; Xylanase; Endoxylanase; Arabinoxylan Hydrolase; Cereal Pentosanase; Hemicellulase; EC 3.2.1.8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pentosanase is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is tested for key parameters including enzymatic activity, purity, and microbial limits to ensure consistent performance and safety for its intended applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific assay results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures recommended for the specific formulation (typically between 2°C and 8°C for liquid forms, or at room temperature for stabilized solid forms). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions to maintain stability and activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light brown powder or clear liquid
Activity	≥ 5,000 U/g (or as per grade)
pH (for liquid forms)	4.0 - 6.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 10,000 CFU/g
E. coli	Negative
Salmonella	Negative

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