Glucoamylase

Introduction

Glucoamylase is a critical enzyme in starch-based industries, mainly used to convert starch into fermentable glucose, ensuring higher yield and efficiency in ethanol, sugar, and food processing.

Key Functions

• Converts liquefied starch → glucose (dextrose)

• Works after alpha-amylase in starch processing

• Produces high glucose yield for fermentation

Industrial Applications

1. Ethanol / Distillery Industry

• Converts starch mash into fermentable sugars

• Increases alcohol yield

• Improves fermentation efficiency

2. Sugar Industry

• Used for glucose syrup and high dextrose syrup production

3. Food Industry

• Baking: improves sweetness and texture

• Brewing: enhances fermentable sugars

4. Textile & Detergent

• Removes starch-based sizing from fabrics