How Do Enzymes in Laundry Detergent Break Down And Remove Serious Stains？

What are laundry enzymes?

Simply put, laundry enzymes are natural compounds that act as cleaning catalysts. A simple metaphor for understanding enzymes is to think about the digestive enzymes in our saliva; Each of these is aimed at breaking down and dissolving specific types of food. The same laundry enzymes also work, and different enzymes can dissolve different types of smudges.

Detergents that contain enzymes are labeled "enzyme detergents" or "biological detergents." Laundry enzymes have been in the cleaning products industry for nearly 50 years. However, they have grown in popularity in recent years as more consumers look for alternatives to harsh chemicals like chlorine bleach and even milder compounds like hydrogen peroxide. Enzymes are also much gentler on sensitive skin than these chemical-laden formulas.

Understand how enzymes remove stains, which is basic chemistry. Most smudges contain more than one ingredient; For example, ice cream contains protein, fat and starch. Smudges are multi-layered and require multiple enzymes to be released from the fabric. Attempts to remove ice cream stains with protein enzymes are ineffective because the starch and fat in the stain effectively coat or block the protease. This is why enzyme mixtures are essential; A good enzyme cleaner contains multiple enzymes that can clear the way for each other, thereby improving their collective strength and removing stubborn stains.

Enzymes in laundry detergents function as natural catalysts, breaking down complex stains into smaller, more manageable components. Just as digestive enzymes in our saliva target specific food types, laundry enzymes are specialized for various stain types. For example, proteases break down protein-based stains like blood or sweat, lipases target fat and oil stains, and amylases break down starches.

Enzyme detergents, also known as biological detergents, are particularly effective because stains often consist of multiple layers. A single enzyme might not be sufficient to remove all components of a stain. However, a mixture of enzymes can work synergistically, with each enzyme clearing the way for the others, resulting in more effective stain removal.

As a specific example, SYLIC amylase is a highly active enzyme that excels at breaking down starch-based stains. Due to its high enzyme activity, it is a valuable raw material for producing laundry powders and liquids, ensuring that even stubborn starch stains are effectively tackled during washing.

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