Protease Enzyme: A Safe and Effective Industrial and Commercial Alternative

Abstract

Proteases are created by microbes, plants, and animals and are found in all forms of life. Bacterial proteases take the top spot among them due to their wide range of industrial uses. They are one of the most diverse classes of industrial enzymes, including uses in detergents, leather, food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, as well as silver recovery and bioremediation. Protease is most commonly used in laundry detergents and the leather industry, where it is used to remove protein-based stains from clothing and for dehairing. Some protease-producing bacteria and protease taxonomy, as well as approaches for increasing protease productivity, are described in this article. It is described how to make bacterial proteases from inexpensive and widely available substrates. Also mentioned is the usage of bacterial proteases in a variety of industrial applications. Finally, future possibilities are discussed.