Amylase
أميليز
Detergent enzyme · CAS: 9000-90-2
A biological starch-stain remover; safe in finished products (the dust hazard is occupational).
Why this verdict
Raw enzyme is a respiratory sensitiser (H334); encapsulated/trace in finished product - flagged, allergen shown.
What It Is
A starch-digesting enzyme (amylase) added to laundry and dishwasher detergents to break down food and starch stains.
One of the biological stain-fighters in modern detergents - it chops starchy stains (pasta, gravy, potato) into pieces water can rinse away, letting products clean at lower temperatures. The one real hazard is occupational: as a raw powder the dust can sensitise the lungs, which is exactly why manufacturers encapsulate enzymes into dust-free granules. In the finished box, it's a non-issue for normal use.
Evidence & Status
IARC Carcinogen Group
Not classified
EU Status
CLP-classified (H334 (respiratory sensitiser)); signal word Danger.
US · FDA Status
EPA/FDA-reviewed where applicable
Cleaning & Hazard
Hazard signal
Danger
Hazard codes (GHS)
H334 (respiratory sensitiser)
Environmental note
Readily biodegradable; low environmental impact.
Halal Status: Halal
Microbial fermentation-derived (Bacillus/Aspergillus); vegan; no halal concern.
Worth Knowing
Also Known As
alpha-amylase · α-amylase · EC 3.2.1.1
Primary Source
Evidence, not medical advice. You decide.
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