Cellulase for use in industrial processes
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1. A method of treating cellulosic material comprising contacting said material with a cellulase obtainable from Thermomonospora fusca corresponding to E5, a truncated E5, or a derivative thereof wherein said contacting takes place at a pH greater than 7.0 but less than about 10.0.
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A method for treating cellulosic materials is disclosed which comprises contacting the cellulosic material with a cellulase obtainable from Thermomonospora fusca corresponding to E5 or a derivative thereof. Particularly preferred methods comprise stonewashing and detergent cleaning of cotton fabrics, the production of paper products, as an additive to animal feed and in the production of food, starch, ethanol and sugar.
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- 1. A method of treating cellulosic material comprising contacting said material with a cellulase obtainable from Thermomonospora fusca corresponding to E5, a truncated E5, or a derivative thereof wherein said contacting takes place at a pH greater than 7.0 but less than about 10.0.
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