Widely used in the food industry to tenderize meat by breaking down tough protein fibers. Commonly found in meat marinades and commercial tenderizing products. Used in pharmaceuticals and topical treatments for its anti-inflammatory and wound-debriding properties. Helps remove dead tissue from burns and wounds, promoting healing. Employed in the brewing industry to prevent chill haze formation by breaking down proteins in beer. Utilized in cosmetics and skincare products for its exfoliating properties, helping to remove dead skin cells and improve skin texture. Applied in molecular biology laboratories to dissociate cells by digesting components of the extracellular matrix.