Softening consists of short-term processing of the dehaired leather by enzymes, under which influence the gneist and the epidermis remains are removed from the pores of the dehaired leather.

Enzymatic auxiliary multi-purpose agents "PROTEAZIM" are intended for ballast proteins, gneist and epidermis remains removal from the dehaired leather pores and the dehaired leather preparation for tanning in order to obtain smooth, clean leather semi-finished product with strong grain side and uniform color.
Manufacturer (supplier)
  • Ferment ООО

Auxiliary enzyme agent for tanning industry

Product description

Enzymatic complex of serine proteases with mineral filler (stabilizer).

Purpose

The use in soaking and ashing processes of leather production at the stage of softening of de-haired skins for removal of residual proteins, interfibre substances and gneist.

"Proteazim-Expert" makes it possible to prepare dehaired skins for further technological processes, in particular for tanning with ultimate production of smooth and clean semi-finished product with strong face and uniform coloring.

Recommended for all types of raw leather materials, including heavy steer hides.

Characteristics and use

"Proteazim-Expert" is a multi-purpose softening agent for all types of raw materials and leather.

Proteazim-expert

Working temperature range for the agent is 20–55 ℃ (optimal: 45–55 ℃)

Proteazim-expert

Working рН range 7–12 (optimal 8.0 - 10.5)

How to use

Before applying the enzyme agent, dehaired skins must be carefully rinsed after liming and subjected to preliminary de-ashing. Softening is performed in fresh solution at temperatures from 33 to 39 ℃ and within the range of pH = 7.5–9.5.

Depending on the desired quality and purpose of finished leather, as well as the type of the raw leather, the amount of the agent to be used may vary.

Cattle skin, for footwear top

0,03–0,05% 40–60 min

Cattle skin, furniture leather

0,07–0,1% 60–120 min

Sheep leather, clothing leather

0,02–0,04% 60–90 min
Goat leather, clothing leather 0,08–0,12% 120–180 min

Precautions

Work using safety glasses, gas mask and rubber gloves.

In case of eye contact, rinse with water and instill anti-irritation compounds. In case of skin contact, rinse with running water until complete removal of the product. If ingested, forcibly empty the stomach and take sorbents. Consult your doctor, if necessary.

Detailed information is given in the safety data sheet.

Packaging

Polypropylene bags with inserts, 25 kg, polymeric barrels and other packages suitable for storage of similar products.

Storage Conditions

Protect from moisture; temperature limitations.