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Polypeptides having glucoamylase activity and method of producing the same

US9677058B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 2012
Grant dateJun 13, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 4, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E50/10
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to polypeptides having glucoamylase activity with improved properties and to compositions comprising these polypeptides suitable for use in the production of a food, beverage (e.g. beer), feed, or biofuel. Also described is an improved and cost-effective process for isolating glucoamylases suitable for large scale protein purification procedures. Furthermore, different methods and uses related to glucoamylases according to the invention are disclosed, such as in a brewing process.

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