Application A1231 - Maltogenic alpha-amylase from GM Escherichia coli as a processing aid (enzyme) (Supporting Document 1)

The purpose of the application is to amend Schedule 18 – Processing Aids of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) to include the enzyme maltogenic alpha amylase (EC 3.2.1.133), sourced from a genetically modified (GM) strain of Escherichia coli (E. coli BLASC). This production organism contains the maltogenic alpha amylase gene from Geobacillus stearothermophilus. Maltogenic alpha amylase is proposed as a processing aid in baking, brewing and starch processing.