ISSN: 0973-7510
E-ISSN: 2581-690X
Amylases are main enzymes used in industry which hydrolyze the starch molecules into polymers composed of glucose units. Amylases have potential application in industrial processes such as food, fermentation and pharmaceutical industries. The production of a-amylase is essential for conversion of starches into oligosaccharides. Starch converting enzymes are used in the production of malt dextrin, modified starches, or glucose and fructose syrups. A large number of microbial a-amylases have applications in different industrial sectors such as food, textile, paper and detergent industries. This review focuses on the role of these enzymes as industrial applications.
Amylases, Glucoamylase, Pullulanase, Industries
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