Frequently Asked Questions , Food Enzymes
What are food enzymes and how do they work?
Food enzymes are protein-based biological catalysts that accelerate specific chemical reactions during food processing — breaking down starches, proteins, fats, or fibres into desired forms. They replace harsher chemical processing aids while improving taste, texture, shelf life, and nutritional profile of the final product.
Which industries use food enzymes from Infinita Biotech?
Bakery (alpha amylase, xylanase, lipase), dairy (lactase, rennet, lipase), sugar processing (dextranase, amylase, invertase), starch processing (alpha amylase, glucoamylase, pullulanase), malt extraction, meat tenderisation (papain, bromelain), and fruit juice clarification (pectinase, cellulase).
How does enzymatic processing compare to chemical processing in food?
Enzymatic processing operates at lower temperatures and milder pH, reducing energy use by 15–30%. Yields typically improve 5–15% versus chemical-only processes, and effluent BOD is significantly lower because enzymes are biodegradable proteins that complete reactions and break down naturally.
Are food enzymes from Infinita Biotech FSSAI compliant?
Yes — all food-grade enzyme formulations are produced from FSSAI-approved microbial strains and packaged according to food contact regulations. Each batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis showing activity levels, pH range, temperature optima, and microbial specifications.
How are food enzymes dosed in industrial production?
Dosage depends on enzyme activity (specified in standard activity units per gram), the substrate concentration, and process conditions. Typical dosage ranges: 50–200 ppm for bakery alpha amylase; 0.05–0.1% for cheese rennet; 100–500 ppm for sugar processing dextranase. The technical team provides application trials to optimise dosage for specific raw material and yield targets.
What is the typical pH and temperature range for food enzymes?
Most food enzymes operate optimally at pH 4.5–7.0 and 40–65°C. Specific formulations exist for low-temperature applications (cold-active proteases for dairy) and high-temperature applications (thermostable amylases for starch liquefaction at 90–105°C). Stability profiles are documented per product.
How can I source food enzymes for my plant?
Reach the food enzymes team at sales@infinitabiotech.com with the application (bakery, dairy, brewing, etc.), substrate, target output, and expected monthly volume. Trial samples are available on request, and the technical team can run application trials before scale-up.
