> What are enzymes?

Enzymes are produced by all living organisms and their purpose is to start chemical reactions.  The three dimensional structure of an enzyme is composed of amino acids which places it in the protein family of organic compounds.  Enzymes are therefore specialized proteins which naturally enable and accelerate chemical reactions in all living organisms.  Many enzymatic reactions break down larger molecules into smaller ones.  An example of this reaction is food digestion which is a role enzymes play in all living organisms.

> Are enzymes safe?

Yes.  For thousands of years enzymes have been used to make beer, bread, cheese and wine. In the last 30 years enzymes have enjoyed a large expansion into the laundry and dishwashing detergent market. Other uses include: agriculture, animal feed, chemical production, cosmetics, dental hygiene, dietary supplements, food, leather treatment, medicine, odor control, pharmaceutical, pulp & paper, textiles, water treatment and the list grows on.  Chances are you have all ready used products which contain enzymes or have been manufactured using enzymes or both!

> How do enzymes work?

The specific mechanisms responsible for explaining enzymatic activity are very complex.  A simplified answer would be that enzymes lower the activation energy of a reaction.  This lower level dramatically accelerates the reaction.  As a result enzymes massively increase reaction times.  Reactions which may normally take a year, could take as little as a few seconds to complete!  Some reactions might not ever take place without the right enzyme.  One might say enzymes are the facilitators of Mother Nature’s life cycle.

> Where do enzymes come from?

Enzymes are naturally produced by every living thing. Biotechnology allows for the commercial production of enzymes using a process known as fermentation.  In the fermentation process the living conditions of certain microorganisms are optimized and carefully controlled producing enzymes. Specific enzymes are then harvested, isolated, filtered and stabilized.

> Are enzymes alive?

No.  They are amino acids which are a specific type of protein.

> Which products contain enzymes?

Our ClearClean® family of products, which includes BlingClean® and ClearPrep®, all contain a specific enzyme package suited for each unique product application.

> What are the performance benefits of enzymes?

Enzymatic reactions are millions of times faster than conventional chemical products.  ClearClean Products break down and destroy dirt, not just move it from one place to another. Chemical residues and strong odors associated with chemical cleaners are a thing of the past.  Nausea, dizziness, watery eyes, breathing problems and headaches common to chemical cleaners are minimized or eliminated. The clear choice for a cleaner clean is the superior cleaning performance of ClearClean® products from Enzymes Incorporated.

> What are the environmental benefits?

Ordinary chemical cleaners present environmental, health and safety concerns. ClearClean Products are a safe, healthy alternative for all of your cleaning needs. Environmental regulations are becoming more strict and this trend is expected to continue. 

ClearClean® products are non-toxic, non hazardous and 100% readily biodegradable.   The primary packaging is 100% recyclable material.  Therefore, these concentrated cleaners allow for the lowest environmental impact.

> What are the cost benefits?

The concentrated form of our cleaners allows for more economical use as most cleaners contain a large percentage of water which you are being charged for. By adding your own water, you are guaranteed to be getting 20+ uses per container, which means you get more for your money. ClearClean® products are easier to use, ship and store which saves you extra time and money.