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Enzymology Research Center Alpha Galactosidase (Aspergillus niger)

Enzymology Research Center Alpha Galactosidase (Aspergillus niger) is a highly active a-D-galactoside galactohydrolase preparation derived from a selected Non-GMO strain of Aspergillus niger.

Ingredient Name: alpha-galactosidase

Ingredient Origin: Fermentation

Functions: Enzyme

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

Labeling Claims: Additive-free, Allergen-free, Non-GMO, Preservative-free, Trans fat-free

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Ingredient Origin
Food Ingredients Functions
Ingredients
alpha-galactosidase, Dextrin
Technologies
Enzymatic Properties

 The pH optimum is 5.0 with a stability range of 4.0 to 8.0. The optimum temperature is 60ºC with a stability range from 40ºC to 65ºC. The enzyme can be inactivated by raising the temperature to 80ºC and holding for 15 minutes.

Country Of Origin

USA

Features & Benefits

Physical Properties

An off white to cream colored, fine, free-flowing powder, soluble in water, free of offensive odor and taste.

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Solubility
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 10%Ohaus MB-45
Activitymin. 100,000ALU/GMFCC
IdentityAlpha Galactosidase-FTIR
Lead Contentmax. 5ppmSW-846 6020
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
TPCmax. 10,000 CFU/gSoleris / AOAC 990.12
E.coliNegative/10gSoleris / AOAC 991.14
Enteromax. 100CFU/gAOAC 2003.01
Salmonella**Negative/25gBAM Ch. 5/AOAC 2011.03
Yeastmax. 1,000CFU/gSoleris / AOAC 997.02
Moldmax. 1,000CFU/gSoleris / AOAC 997.02
Coliformsmax. 100CFU/gSoleris / AOAC 991.14

Technical Details & Test Data

Activity

Is measured in GALU units per gram as determined using a modified GALU method at a temperature of 30º C and a pH of 5.7. The acceptance criteria for all enzyme assays is: NLT 85.0% and NMT 115.0% of the declared units of enzyme activity.*

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • USA

Storage & Handling

Storage/Shelf Life/Standard Pack Size

Product is stable for two years (24 months) if stored at or below 10ºC in sealed poly bags in boxes or drums away from sunlight and high humidity. Product is packed in 25 kilo fiber drums or double-wall boxes.

Handling Precautions

Avoid the formation of aerosol and dust of the product. Repeated inhalation of enzyme aerosol or dust may cause allergic type reactions in sensitized individuals. For detailed information please refer to the SDS.