Class: Protease

Format: Liquid

Alcalase®

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Alcalase® for animal protein extraction is a high quality and versatile endo-protease. It provides very extensive hydrolysis. It’s used in the first stage of the hydrolysis process to liquefy and break-down animal by-products. It is often combined with other proteases to add more value in a wide range of animal protein applications.

Product features, details and benefits

  • Improved solubility and functionality of protein

    Achieve higher nutritional values by improving solubility and functionality of added proteins.


  • Extensive protein hydrolysis

    Provides the most extensive protein hydrolysis and is effective in most plant protein applications.


  • Liquify and breakdown plant proteins

    Customize your hydrolysis protocols to meet your needs.


  • Working pH range

    6.5 - 10


  • Suitable for organic products

    Yes


Alcalase® is effective in most animal protein applications. These include fish, meat and feather protein hydrolysates, gelatin and hydrolyzed collagen, pet food and extraction of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). Alcalase® is also suited to extraction of protein from other sources such as yeast. 

This product contains enzymes. While enzymes are safe to use in consumer applications, they need correct handling in working environments to ensure workers’ safety.

Indeed, repeated inhalation of enzyme dust or aerosols resulting from improper handling may induce sensitization and may cause allergic type 1 reactions in sensitized individuals.

Please follow the precautionary handling recommendations below:

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  • Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
  • Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing
  • In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection
  • IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
  • If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or a doctor
  • Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
  • Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with local regulations

For recommendations on how to safely handle the enzyme product, please visit the guide.

The first step to using enzymes in your production

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Our wide range of microbial solutions help you take your business to the next level.

To see how to apply the right solution in your production, download our application sheet.

This application sheet explains all you need to know to start using enzymes in your pet food production.

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