Hemicellulase

Official Full Name

Hemicellulase

Background

An enzyme capable of hydrolyzing hemicellulose. Typically used in baking, animal feed, and dietary supplements.

Synonyms

EC 3.2.1.4Hemicellulase; Avicelase; Beta-1,4-endoglucan hydrolase; Beta-1,4-glucanase; Carboxymethyl cellulase; Celludextrinase; Endo-1,4-beta-D-glucanase; Endo-1,4-beta-D-glucanohydrolase; Endo-1,4-beta-glucanase; Endoglucanase; Endohydrolysis of (1->4)-beta-D-glucosidic linkages in cellulose; lichenin and cereal beta-D-glucans;