Fuente: WIPO "hemp" PURPOSE: New strain Bacillus macerans KH91 is isolated from the microorganisms living on the surface of hemp and is superior in the pectin degradation. a method for refining of hemp bast fiber using it is provided.CONSTITUTION: Bacilus macerans KH91 (KCTC 8734P) is isolated from the microorganisms living on the surface of hemp according to the activities of pectinase, hemicellulose, and cellulase. Being compared with the bast fibers which is refined using the existing microorganism or the alkaline method, the bast fiber which is refined using this strain, is superior in absorbing ability, fiber strength, and drying strength.COPYRIGHT 2000 KIPO