Amyloglucosidases

Also called glucoamylases, these enzymes act on starch, dextrins and sugars by cleaving the a-1, 4 glycosidic linkages releasing glucose stepwise from the end of the chain. They are widely used in the manufacture of glucose and for conversion of carbohydrates to fermentable sugars. They play a major role in the starch & alcohol, sugar industries.