Characterization of a novel thermostable phospholipase C from T. kodakarensis suitable for oil degumming.The implementation of cleaner technologies that minimize environmental pollution caused by conventional industrial processes is an increasing global trend.  A thermostable phospholipase would be highly advantageous for industrial oil degumming as oil treatment at higher temperatures would save energy and increase the recovery of oil by facilitating the mixing and gums removal.  A thermostable phosphatidylcholine (PC) (and phosphatidylethanolamine (PE))-specific phospholipase C from Thermococcus kodakarensis (TkPLC) was studied and completely removed PC and PE from crude soybean oil at 80 °C.  KEY POINTS: • A thermostable phospholipase C from T. kodakarensis (TkPLC) has been identified. 
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