Primafast® 200

Liquid cellulase for fabric and garment biofinishing

DESCRIPTION pH and Temperature. To optimize enzyme performance

for biofinishing, use the parameters in the table and graphs
Primafast® 200 enzyme is a highly concentrated liquid shown below.
formulation of cellulases designed for fabric and garment
biofinishing applications. TABLE 1. OPERATING PARAMETERS

Primafast® 200 is ideal for biofinishing of cotton, lyocell Process Operational Optimum
and other cellulose fibers different from linen. It provides Parameter Range Range
complete fibrillation control to generate superior and durable pH 4.0 - 6.0 4.5 - 5.5
finishes.
50 - 65° C 55 - 60° C
Temperature
Primafast® 200 works well with high and low mechanical (122 - 149° F) (131 - 140° F)
action processing; thus, providing robust results in garment
and fabric biofinishing. Liquor Ratio 3:1 to 10:1 3:1 to 5:1

Primafast® 200 is produced in a fermentation process and does 20 - 60

Time 30 - 45 minutes
not contain enzymes from a genetically modified organism. minutes
The product is biodegradable.
Figures 1 and 2 show the performance of Primafast® 200
ADVANTAGES enzyme at different temperature and pH values.
Figure 1. Temperature Profile at pH 5
• Primafast® 200 enzyme gives excellent biofinishing
10
performance on cellulosic blends, 100% cotton and
Fibrilation Removal Panel Score

lyocell fabrics. 8
• Versatile. Primafast® 200 gives good results in either
garment or fabric finishing. 6

• Primafast® 200 treatment can be done before or after 4

dyeing depending on the desired final effect of the goods.
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PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
45 50 55 60 65 70
Activity: Min. 6,200 CMCU/g(*) Temperature (°C)
Appearance: Amber liquid
Specific gravity: 1.10 - 1.20 Figure 2. pH Profile at 55°C
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pH: 4.6 - 5.0
Fibrilation Removal Panel Score

(*)The activity of the enzyme is expressed in Carboxymeth-yl Cellulose Units (CMCU)

against an internal standard to ensure lot-to-lot consistency. The enzyme activity value 8
is not a measure for biofinishing performance. A detailed assay method is available upon
request.
6
PROCESS CONDITIONS
4
Proper and complete desizing and/or bleach and clean up
prior to the garment or fabric biofinishing process is required 2
for consistent performance. DuPont amylase products are
recommended for removal of starch sizing materials. DuPont 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0
catalase products are recommended for removal of hydrogen pH
peroxide.
FORMULATION SAFETY & ENZYME HANDLING
Primafast® 200 is a concentrated enzyme product that needs Inhalation of enzyme dust and mists should be avoided. In
to be diluted and formulated into ready-to-use products. case of contact with the skin or eyes, promptly rinse with water
A 15 to 50% dilution is recommended. Primafast® 200 is for at least 15 minutes.
compatible with most textile processing aids. Nonionic
wetting agents and dispersants can enhance the performance For detailed handling information, please refer to the
of Primafast® 200 enzyme. Compatibility should be checked appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet, the Enzyme Technical
to determine the impact on enzyme performance and Association (ETA) handbook Working Safely With Enzymes,
stability. A Formulation Guideline is available upon request. and the Association of Manufacturers and Formulators of
Enzyme Products (AMFEP) handbook Guide to the Safe
Handling of Microbial Enzyme Preparations. All are available
DOSAGE RECOMMENDATIONS from DuPont.
Primafast® 200 enzyme provides surface modification and
softening with low enzyme dosages on a variety of cellulosic CONTACT INFORMATION
fabrics and garments. The dosage of the final formulation North America Asia/Pacific
depends on the type of formulation, as well as on the process
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Use and/or sale of this product may be covered by one or more patents in the U.S. and other
Primafast® 200 enzyme is available in 28 kg pails, 225 kg countries as well as pending patents in the U.S. and other countries.
drums and 1125 kg totes.
The information provided herein is based on data DuPont believes to be reliable, to the best of
To ensure extended shelf life, store Primafast® 200 enzyme at its knowledge, applies only to the specific material designated herein as sold by DuPont and does
not apply to use of the material in any process or in combination with any other material. It is
room temperature or below in a sealed container. Prolonged provided at the request of and without charge to our customers. Accordingly, DuPont cannot
guarantee or warrant such information and assumes no liability for its use. Other than as set
exposure of this product to elevated temperature may result forth in a contract of sale, DuPont makes no warranty, express or implied, as to the material set
in a loss of activity. Reformulated Primafast® 200 enzyme forth herein, including the warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular use.

products should also be packaged in sealed containers.
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caused by the translation, and shall not be liable for any losses caused by reliance on the accuracy
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Nothing contained herein shall be construed as a representation by DuPont that the use or resale
of the product or processes described herein will not violate any rules or regulations of any
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This document is subject to change without further notice.

REV 3122-03 PW 21 September 2009 PLH 27 November 2012