Econase XT

Econase® XT is an inherently thermostable enzyme developed for use in animal feeds. 

The xylanase in this product is easy to analyse, and in trials has been quantitatively analysed in feeds conditioned up to 95°C (203°F) for 30 seconds followed by pelleting. 

One particular problem faced when using enzymes in the animal feed industry is that enzymes are sensitive to heat and pressure. Thus, processing the feed can destroy the enzyme, making it inactive. 

There are two ways of solving this problem. One is to apply a coating to the enzyme to improve its thermostability. However, coating can reduce the dissolution rate of the enzyme, resulting in slower release and poor efficacy in the animal. Coating also increases the bulk density of the feed resulting in higher variability between feed samples. The second approach is to look for thermostability as an inherent characteristic of the enzyme. Econase® XT is a successful example of the investigation, isolation and expression of a thermostable gene.

Econase® XT is the only enzyme currently available on the market which is thermostable enough to be added at the batch mixer as a liquid product, without requiring stabilizing techniques. Applying liquid Econase® XT to the batch mixer results in improved enzyme homogeneity throughout the feed, and can offer the user a potential economic advantage in terms of reduced power output when pelleting. Econase® XT MLA Technology offers users further flexibility in application and ease of use.

Raise your standards of performance with Econase® XT.

Striving for improved profitability in uncertain times?

Econase® XT optimises feed efficiency, offering you real cost savings.

Performance - Improved FCR and cost reduction.

Flexibility - Efficacious across all diet types.

Stability - Intrinsically thermostable, easily detected and measured in feed.