PHYTASE :

Phytases decompose phytate, which is the primary storage form of phosphate in plants. Phytase offered to help farmers reduce phosphorus excretion of monogastric animals by replacing inorganic phosphates by microbial phytase in the animal diet. Phytase application can reduce phosphorus excretion by up to 50%, a feat that would contribute significantly toward environmental protection. Furthermore, phytase supplementation leads to improved availability of minerals and trace elements. In addition to its major application in animal nutrition, phytase is also used for processing of human food.

INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS OF PHYTASE :

• Animal feed supplement : Phytate digestibility – phosphorus release
• Food industry : Fermentation process, Bread making, production of plant protein isolates, Corn wet milling, Fractionation of cereal bran, probiotics