Lipases (triacylglycerol acylhydrolase EC 3.1.1.3) are produced by a wide variety of living
organisms. Most microbial lipases are secreted into the extracellular medium, which make
them easily recoverable for use in industrial applications. Of particular interest are lipases
made by Pseudomonas species that have properties compatible with use in household
detergents1
, synthesis of pharmaceuticals or agrochemicals2,3, and processing of fats4,5