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Calcium independent pectinases with improved thermostability

US11008562B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 8, 2016
Grant dateMay 18, 2021
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Expiry dateJul 7, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Y402/02002
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention is in the field of protein chemistry, in particular in the field of enzymology. It provides pectinases, i.e. polypeptides with pectin-degrading properties. In particular the invention provides polypeptides with pectate lyase activity (EC 4.2.2.2). Enzymes according to the invention have improved properties, such as improved thermostability and decreased calcium dependence.

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