Scourzyme®

An alkaline pectinase used for Bio-preparation – the removal of non-cellulosic components from fabric (scouring).

It is becoming increasingly important to consumers that the clothes they buy are well made and of high-quality material. Additionally, a growing number of consumers are also interested in clothes that are produced in an environmentally friendly way without the extensive use of harsh chemicals.

To create high-quality end-products, the manufacturing process must be of high quality. A good way to start the process off right is to begin naturally with Bio-Scouring. Choosing Bio-Scouring over traditional scouring methods gives fabrics a soft start and gently prepares them for the subsequent stages of textile wet-processing.

Scourzyme is an alkaline pectinase used for Bio-scouring natural cellulosic fibres such as cotton, linen, hemp and blends. Scourzyme removes pectin and other impurities from cotton fibres without any degradation of the cellulose. So there is no negative effect on the strength properties of the fabric. Scourzyme can be applied in any type of equipment normally used for textile wet-processing.

Benefits   Technical

Benefits

 Bio-scouring with Scourzyme L offers many advantages over traditional alkaline scouring:
  • Softer cotton textiles
  • No cellulose fibre damage
  • Less water and energy required
  • Fewer chemicals used
  • Environmentally friendly solution
  • Mild conditions allow treatment of linen and blends

Technical

 

Enzyme product  Temp. (°C)  pH Continuous Pad-roll  Jet, jig, winch
Scourzyme® L 50-65 7.5-9.0  +/- +++ +++

Excellent:  +++
Good:  +
Possible under certain conditions:  +/-
Not recommended:  NR

 
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