Kemin acquired Garmon in 2018 and spent two years researching the new products, which it says offer sustainability, performance and cost competitiveness. 

The first kemzymes products are two lines of stonewashing enzymes: kemzymes ks and kemzymes k.

Kemzymes ks are the concentrated version of Garmon’s new neutral cellulase enzymes for denim stonewashing and are a replacement for pumice stones. They are designed to work at room temperature and are included in the ZDHC Gateway.

Kemzymes k, also included in the ZDHC Gateway, are strong powder enzymes for denim stonewashing which the company describes as having abrasion power, sustainable characteristics and “superior value for its price point”.

Kimberly Nelson, president of Kemin Textile Auxiliaries, said: “To continue distinguishing Garmon as a brand with research-backed products and proven solutions, performance was the key target when we developed kemzymes.”