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Cellulase (Cellulase Enzyme)

CAS 9012-54-8 · Formula C18H32O16 · MW 504.4 g/mol

A cellulose-cleaving enzyme deployed across textile finishing, detergents, and beverage processing. It is used in textile finishing, in detergents, and in food and beverage processing such as fruit juice, wine, and coffee production.

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HS Code
3507.90
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Cleaning / Degreasing
Functional Roles
CELLULASE
KERATOLYTICORAL CAREVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Applications & Use Cases
  • Textile finishing: Biopolishing and denim finishing of cellulosic fabrics.
  • Detergents: Enzyme component for fabric care.
  • Beverage processing: Aids fruit juice, wine, and coffee production.
  • Biomass processing: Hydrolyzes cellulose to fermentable sugars.
Physical Properties
Physical Description
Solid; [IUCLID]
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
3507 . 90
Chapter 35
Albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes
Heading 35.07
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 3507.90
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
9012-54-8
Molecular Formula
C18H32O16
Molecular Weight
504.4 g/mol
IUPAC Name
(2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-[(2R,3S,4R,5R,6S)-4,5-dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3S,4R,5R,6R)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxan-3-yl]oxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol
INCI Name
CELLULASE
PubChem CID
InChI Key
FYGDTMLNYKFZSV-CSHPIKHBSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Cellulase Endo-1,4-beta-Glucanase Cellulysin Endoglucanase GlyTouCan:G14338VK Endo 1,4 beta Glucanase Cellulase, aspergillus niger Cellulase, trichoderma viride G14338VK beta 1,4 Glucan 4 Glucanohydrolase beta-1,4-Glucan-4-Glucanohydrolase 1,4-(1,3;1,4)-beta-D-Glucan-4-glucanohydrolase beta-cellotriose Cellulase from Trichoderma reesei Cellulase from Trichoderma reesei ATCC 26921 Fungalcellulase Cellulase, enzyme blend
Full Description

Cellulase (CAS 9012-54-8) is a hydrolytic enzyme that breaks down cellulose into glucose and shorter oligosaccharides. It is used in textile finishing, in detergents, and in food and beverage processing such as fruit juice, wine, and coffee production.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cellulase enzyme used for?

Industrial cellulase (CAS 9012-54-8) is used in textile finishing for biopolishing and denim finishing, as an enzyme component in detergents for fabric care, in beverage processing such as fruit juice, wine, and coffee production, and in biomass processing to hydrolyze cellulose to fermentable sugars.

What reaction does cellulase catalyze?

Cellulase is a hydrolytic enzyme that breaks down cellulose into glucose and shorter oligosaccharides. This hydrolysis is the basis for its use in denim biopolishing, juice clarification, and biomass-to-sugar conversion. It is classified under HS 3507.90.

What form and activity is industrial cellulase supplied in?

Cellulase is supplied as a liquid or powder enzyme preparation specified by activity units rather than mass purity, with a Certificate of Analysis stating activity per lot. Specify your application and process pH/temperature window for the appropriate grade and a quote.

How should bulk cellulase be stored and handled?

As a biological enzyme preparation, activity is sensitive to temperature and storage duration; storage, handling, and shelf-life conditions are stated on the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical data sheet. Refer to those documents for specifics.

What is the price of bulk cellulase enzyme?

Cellulase pricing depends on activity level, form (liquid or powder), order volume, and packaging. Request a current bulk quote with your required activity units and volume for accurate pricing.

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