Used in laundry detergents to break down protein-based stains like blood, sweat, and food. Applied in the food industry for tenderizing meat and modifying proteins in dairy products like cheese. Utilized in leather processing to remove hair and soften hides. Employed in molecular biology and biotechnology for cleaving proteins during research and purification processes. Found in wound care products to help remove dead tissue and promote healing. Used in contact lens cleaners to break down protein deposits. Common in digestive supplements to aid in protein digestion.