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Method and compositions for treating cellulose containing fabrics using truncated cellulase enzyme compositions

US6620605B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 27, 2001
Grant dateSep 16, 2003
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Expiry dateJul 27, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/20
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Improved methods of treating cellulose containing fabrics with cellulase comprising contacting the cellulose fabrics with truncated cellulase enzyme. Treatment of cellulose containing fabrics with cellulase core domains of the invention are disclosed as offering specific advantages of reduced redeposition of dye and increased abrasion.

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