Alkaline Cellulase: An Efficient Solution for Textile and Laundry (I)

                 By Baico Biotech丨Detergent Enzyme丨UZYME-SH-01

I. Characteristics and Mechanism of Alkaline Cellulase

Alkaline cellulase belongs to the category of endoglucanases in enzymology. It has a highly specific target, precisely acting on the β-1,4-glycosidic bonds within cellulose molecules. Unlike traditional detergents that reduce the surface tension of interfaces through surfactants to detach stains from fabric surfaces, it relies on a hydrolysis mechanism to selectively decompose cellulose-based or cellulose-containing stains on fabrics, gradually breaking down complex cellulose macromolecules into smaller fragments to effectively remove stains from fabric fibers. Notably, this enzyme maintains a relatively stable and high level of activity in alkaline media, a unique physicochemical property that lays a solid foundation for its in-depth application in the textile and laundry industries, giving it unparalleled advantages over other similar substances.

II. Textile Industry: Alkaline Cellulase

In the production chain of the textile industry, alkaline cellulase has become an indispensable key technology element, widely used in the critical process of fabric bio-polishing. During this process, alkaline cellulase can precisely identify and remove fine fuzz on the fabric surface, promoting the fabric surface to achieve an unprecedented smoothness through enzymatic hydrolysis, effectively preventing the problem of pilling and fuzzing in subsequent use. Numerous rigorous scientific research studies have clearly shown that cotton fabrics treated with alkaline cellulase have a significant reduction in surface fuzz, with a decrease of approximately 40%. This remarkable effect directly leads to a qualitative leap in the appearance quality of the fabric, greatly enhancing its visual and tactile appeal.

At the same time, the action of alkaline cellulase is not limited to the removal of surface fuzz; it also deeply penetrates into the fabric fibers, optimizing the microstructure of the fibers, thereby significantly improving the softness and drape of the fabric. Clothing treated with this enzyme provides a better fit to the human body, is soft and skin-friendly, greatly enhancing the wearing comfort of consumers. Taking denim production as an example, the introduction of alkaline cellulase technology in the water-washing finishing process can partially or completely replace the use of traditional chemical reagents. By simulating the traditional stone-washing effect through enzymatic reactions, it not only significantly reduces water and energy consumption but also reduces the emission of chemical pollutants from the source, aligning with the current trend of green and environmentally friendly industrial development.

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