Abstract
Pineapple: Potential Source of Proteolytic Enzymes for Degumming of Raw Silk
Highlights
Papaya, pineapple and melons are known to be reservoirs of protease enzymes
Raw silk fibers obtained from silkworm (Bombyx mori) and reeled into bundles weighing approximately 1g each / rolled into compact bundles weighing around 5g each were gifted by CENTRAL SILK TEXTILE RESEARCH INSTITUTE (CSTRI), Bangalore
As the degumming efficiency was found to be higher, raw pineapple juice was employed for further studies
Summary
Pineapple and melons are known to be reservoirs of protease enzymes. A group of proteolytic enzymes obtained from pineapple fruits is well documented for its therapeutic applications such as reversible inhibition of platelet aggregation, anti-inflammatory agents, enhancement of drug absorption, digestive aids etc. Raw pineapple and stem of pineapple are known to be rich in proteolytic enzymes. Eight proteolytic components have been reported in stem extracts along with peroxidases and protease inhibitors. Not much literature is available on the work, and an elaborate study on use of pineapple proteases in degumming of silk may be promising for farmers as well as biotechnology industries. During its maturation period from egg to moth, the larvae are guarded safe inside the cocoon which is made of the raw silk fiber secreted from its glands. Sericin constitutes the outer non-continuous inelastic layer (20%-30%)
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Free) 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call
