Enzymes are, protease, amylase, lipase and cellulase. The bacteria are usually derived from Bacillus species.

A combination of enzymes and bacteria are used to break down proteins, starch, fats and cellulose. Once established the bacteria in the Actizyme produce their own enzymes to continue the breakdown of waste.

Enzymes are produced by the fermentation of naturally occurring and selected strains of bacteria and fungi that are known to produce these enzymes. All of the enzymes in the Actizyme formulations are non-GM derived. Bacteria are cultured and grown in fermenters to the required concentration.

Proteins, starch, fats and Cellulose (Cellulose plant fibre is the most difficult to break down).

If supplied with all the appropriate nutrients bacteria will continue to grow and multiply. Bacterial growth is affected by temperature and Ph levels. Bacteria are often washed away, and hence regular dosing is required.

With the appropriate nutrients bacteria can double every 20 minutes

Around 1 hour on average.

Optimum temperature for bacteria is about 25-37°C, but they will work (slower) at lower temperatures. (It is best not to go above 45°C) Hence it is best to dose as close to the source of the waste product as possible.

The optimum pH for bacteria is normally 6.0-7.5

Sodium hypochlorite (Domestos, White King, etc) and other strong oxidants like chlorine dioxide and hydrogen peroxide will destroy enzymes and bacteria. Quaternary ammonia compounds and high concentrations of alcohol will destroy the bacteria in Actizyme

High doses of alcohol and sodium metabisulphite (sanitising agents) will destroy bacteria and inhibit enzyme action.