Patent ID: 7611701
Filing Date: 2009-11-03
Classification: A23K,C12N,C12Y,Y02A,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A process for the preparation of a phytase-containing granulate suitable for use in an animal feed comprising: (a) mixing a phytase, a solid carrier comprising at least 50% (w/w) of starch, and water; (b) mechanically processing the mixture resulting from (a) to obtain phytase-containing granules having a water content of 30% to 40%; and (c) drying the phytase-containing granules obtained in (b); wherein the granulate is free from starch-degrading enzymes: wherein the granulate has a phytase activity of from 5870 to 8470 FTU per gram; and wherein the granulate is free from soap and detergent.