Pectinase, a complex of enzymes, catalyzes the hydrolysis of pectic substances and is predominantly found in microorganisms and higher plants. This enzyme plays a crucial role in cell wall metabolism, cell growth, senescence, fruit ripening, pathogenesis, and the abscission process [1].

本化合物经黑曲霉发酵而得。有效温度为25-65℃，而最佳温度则在50-60℃之间；有效pH值为2.5-4.5，最佳pH值介于3.3-4.0。激活剂包括Ca2+和Mg2+，而Cu2+和Fe3+则为其抑制剂。