Sternzym VC 5000 contains a pure fungal α-amylase without detrimental side activities. The enzyme has a standardized activity providing constant properties, and its fine granulation ensures an uniform distribution in flour, dry premixes or dough [32].
The activity of this fungal α-amylase is 5,000 SKB/g with optimum temperature range from 30 ℃ to 55 ℃ and optimum pH value range from 4 to 6.5. Being a activity unit for enzyme, the unit (SKB/g) is defined as 1 g substrate (starch) can be hydrolyzed by 1 g α-amylase within 1 hour.
Sternzym VC 5000 is extensively utilized in food industry owning to its applicability almost in all types of yeast-raised goods like bread, rolls