Comparing E1103 - Invertase vs E1101 - Protease
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What does invertase do?
It splits sucrose (table sugar) into glucose and fructose, creating invert sugar that helps confectionery stay soft, retain moisture, and resist crystallization.
What is invertase enzyme?
Invertase (E1103) is the enzyme beta-fructofuranosidase, typically produced from yeast, that catalyzes the breakdown of sucrose into glucose and fructose for use in foods.
Is invertase bad for you?
No—it's considered safe at typical food levels (approved in the EU and GRAS in the U.S.). It’s digested like other proteins; enzyme sensitivities are rare.
What does invertase break down?
Sucrose (table sugar) into the simple sugars glucose and fructose (invert sugar).
Where is invertase found?
It occurs in yeast, plants, and bees (contributing to honey production), and food-grade invertase is usually produced from yeast for use in confectionery.
What is a protease?
A protease (E1101) is an enzyme that catalyzes proteolysis—cutting peptide bonds to break proteins into smaller fragments.
What does protease do?
In foods, E1101 proteases break down proteins to modify texture and processing—for example tenderizing meat, improving dough handling, clarifying beer, and creating protein hydrolysates.
What does protease break down?
Proteases break down proteins into peptides and amino acids by hydrolyzing peptide bonds.
What is a protease inhibitor?
A protease inhibitor is a substance that blocks protease activity; some occur naturally in foods (e.g., in legumes), and others are used as drugs to inhibit specific proteases.
Where is protease produced?
Proteases are made by animals, plants, and microorganisms; for food use (E1101) they are commonly produced by microbial fermentation (e.g., Aspergillus or Bacillus) or extracted from sources like papaya or pineapple, and less often from animal tissues.