45th week of 2013 patent applcation highlights part 40 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20130295174 | TABLET COMPRISING A FIRST AND SECOND REGION - In one aspect, the present invention features a tablet including a first region and a second region, wherein: (i) the first region and the second region each include at least 10%, by volume, of the tablet; (ii) the first region includes a pharmaceutically active agent and the composition of the first region is different from the composition of the second region; (iii) the first region has a density less than about 0.8 g/cc; and (iv) the first region disintegrates in the mouth when placed on the tongue in less than about 30 seconds; wherein the shape of the tablet includes two opposing major faces separated by a side wall, and the interface between the first region and the second region is along at least one major face of the tablet. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295175 | ORALLY DISINTEGRATING TABLET - The present invention features a tablet containing at least one first material, at least one second material, and at least one pharmaceutically active agent, wherein: | 2013-11-07 |
20130295176 | DIVIDABLE GALENICAL FORM ALLOWING MODIFIED RELEASE OF THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT - Dividable galenical form for the modified release of active ingredient, wherein the non-subdivided galenical form and a portion of said form obtained by subdivision have identical dissolution profiles. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295177 | CONTROLLED RELEASE HYDROCODONE - A solid oral controlled-release dosage form of hydrocodone is disclosed, the dosage form comprising an analgesically effective amount of hydrocodone or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and controlled release material. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295178 | FORMULATIONS AND USES OF 2-HYDROXY-5-PHENYLAZOBENZOIC ACID DERIVATIVES FOR THE TREATMENT OF MALES - The instant application provides methods and compositions for the treatment of male subjects having ulcerative colitis. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295179 | NOVEL OMEGA-3 AND OMEGA-6 FATTY ACID COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF - The present application relates to compositions for use in a method of treating and/or preventing mental and behavioral disorders and/or improving mental health and cognitive functions in a subject, comprising:
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20130295180 | SALT PRODUCT - A method of preparing a salt product comprises the steps of: (i) providing a mixture which comprises salt dissolved in a solvent, said mixture further containing an organic material that is solid under ambient temperature conditions; and (ii) atomising said mixture and evaporating said solvent to produce a salt product comprised of particles of salt incorporating said organic material. The organic material may be a polymer such as a carbohydrate (e.g. maltodextrin or Gum Arabic). Novel salt products are disclosed which comprise hollow particles having a shell formed for individual crystallites of salt. The salt product is useful as a seasoning for food and may be used in lower amounts than conventional salt to provide the same taste. Particular advantages are obtained in the baking of bread. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295181 | COMPOSITIONS BASED ON PROPOLIS NANOCAPSULES WHICH CAN BE USED AS CARRIERS FOR SUBSTANCES OF INTEREST, METHODS FOR PRODUCING SAME AND USE THEREOF - A process for obtaining compositions constituted by propolis nanoparticles is disclosed. The nanoparticles are optionally associated to a substance of interest such as active ingredients, and, optionally, substances of secondary effect such as synergists and adjuvants. The process includes preparing a fraction A, which consists of propolis extract dissolved in an organic solvent, to which stabilizer and/or emulsifier may be added, and, optionally, substances of interest and/or of secondary effect; ii) preparing a fraction B, aqueous phase, constituted by: (ii.1) water; or (ii.2) an aqueous solution or dispersion, to which stabilizer and/or emulsifier may be added; (iii) dropping the fraction A onto the fraction B or vice versa; iv) homogenizing the mixture by stifling and spontaneous formation of nanoparticles with average size from 1 to 1000 nm in a dispersion; and v) optionally (v-1) removing organic solvent and/or (v-2) drying the nanodispersion. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295182 | LIQUID CRYSTALLINE PHYTOSTEROL-GLYCERINE COMPLEX FOR ENHANCED BIOAVAILABILITY AND WATER DISPERSAL - Edible phytosterol-containing compositions include molecular complexes of non-esterified phytosterols (P) and glycerine (G) in the form of liquid crystalline microparticles. Addition of an emulsifier (M) such as a monoglyceride or a modified lecithin, and optionally an ionic surfactant, to the complex facilitates its dispersal in an aqueous medium. A composition containing either the binary PG or ternary PGM molecular complexes can be formulated as a beverage, food product, or nutritional supplement. When administered to a human subject, the complexes sequester cholesterol in the gastrointestinal tract and reduce LDL cholesterol and total plasma cholesterol levels. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295183 | Stable Formulations for Lyophilizing Therapeutic Particles - The present disclosure generally relates to lyophilized pharmaceutical compositions comprising polymeric nanoparticles which, upon reconstitution, have low levels of greater than 10 micron size particles. Other aspects of the invention include methods of making such nanoparticles. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295184 | MEDICAL DEVICES WITH GALVANIC PARTICULATES - Implantable medical devices having galvanic particulates are disclosed. The particulate may be coated onto at least part of a surface of the medical device. In addition, the galvanic particulates may be contained in the material used to manufacture the antimicrobial medical devices, or may be embedded into the surface of the medical devices. The present invention also provides novel coating methods and processing methods. The present invention further provides a combination of galvanic particulates with an aqueous gel, a method of making this combination, and a method of treatment using this combination. The devices and compositions may have advantageous characteristics and effects including anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, tissue regeneration promoting, and pain reduction or elimination. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295185 | COMPOUNDS AND METHODS FOR INDUCING APOPTOSIS IN CANCER CELLS USING A BH3 ALPHA-HELICAL MIMETIC - A novel BH3 α-helical mimetic, BH3-M6, which binds to Bcl-X | 2013-11-07 |
20130295186 | METHOD FOR COATING PARTICLES WITH CALCIUM PHOSPHATE AND PARTICLES, MICROPARTICLES AND NANOPARTICLES FORMED THEREOF - The present invention relates to a method for coating particles with calcium phosphate (CaP), wherein the particles are negatively charged. The method includes contacting the particles with a first solution containing calcium ions, removing the first solution to obtain a precipitate, and contacting the precipitate with a second solution containing phosphate ions to obtain CaP-coated particles. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295187 | NOVEL FORMULATIONS OF FACTOR VIIa INHIBITORS AND UTILITY - A method for treating a subject, such as a human patient, having a vascular disorder. The treatment method administers a therapeutic effective amount of a nanoparticle or a chemical structure to the subject to treat the disorders. The nanoparticle includes a poly L-arginine polymer and a Factor VIIa inhibitor conjugated to, or encapsulated in, the poly L-arginine polymer. The chemical structure includes a Factor VIIa inhibitor that includes at least one nitric oxide (NO) donor. The disorder may be sickle cell disease; stimulated or pathological angiogenesis associated disorders, cancer, ocular angiogenesis-mediated disorders such as diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration, coagulation and/or platelet activation-associated disorders, pulmonary hypertension, or combinations thereof. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295188 | BULK ENTERIC CAPSULE SHELLS - The present disclosure relates to aqueous composition comprising hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose acetate succinate (HPMCAS) polymer dispersed in water, wherein the dispersed polymer is partially neutralized with at least one alkaline material. The instant disclosure also relates to compositions for use in methods of making capsule shells endowed with bulk enteric properties. The present disclosure also relates to capsules made according with the compositions and methods of the present disclosure. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295189 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING ACID PELLETS - The invention relates to an improved method of manufacturing substantially spherical/ball-shaped tartaric acid starter pellets which are suitable for preparing active substance-containing medicament formulations, as well as the pellets as such that may be obtained in this way, and their use as starting material for the preparation of active substance-containing medicament formulations. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295190 | Systems and Methods for Superdisintegrant-Based Composite Particles for Dispersion and Dissolution of Agents - The present disclosure provides improved systems and methods utilizing colloidal/ultrafine superdisintegrant-based composite particles for dispersion and/or dissolution of active pharmaceutical agents. In general, the present disclosure utilizes a surfactant-free or near surfactant-free formulation by incorporating a wet milled SDI as a dispersant in the formulation. As such, the present disclosure provides for the preparation of surfactant-free or substantially surfactant-free formulations (e.g., nano-composite micro-particle formulations) by incorporating a wet-milled superdisintegrant (SDI) as the dispersant in the formulations. The advantageous SDI particles (e.g., colloidal/ultrafine SDI particles) of the present disclosure can be used to break-up the aggregates (e.g., nanoparticle aggregates) of the active agents (e.g. poorly water-soluble drugs) in the formulations (e.g., micro-particle formulations) and enhance the recovery of the nanoparticles of active agents during aqueous re-dispersion and their dissolution rate in vitro and in vivo. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295191 | Stable Formulations for Lyophilizing Therapeutic Particles - The present disclosure generally relates to lyophilized pharmaceutical compositions comprising polymeric nanoparticles which, upon reconstitution, have low levels of greater than 10 micron size particles. Other aspects of the invention include methods of making such nanoparticles. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295192 | METHOD TO IDENTIFY TISSUE OXYGENATION STATE BY SPECTROGRAPHIC ANALYSIS - A system and method for identifying metabolic activity within the heart muscle (myocardium). Metabolic activity is determined through spectrographic analysis of the myocardium. More particularly, oxygen saturation of the myocardium is measured through the spectrographic analysis, and metabolic activity is measured by a decrease in oxygen saturation of the myocardium over time. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295193 | Antibacterial calcium-based materials - A preparation at least useful as a bone implant is provided, which contains a solid component including a lithium compound and a calcium compound. The preparation shows an anti-bacterial ability in comparison with a preparation contains the calcium compound but free of the lithium compound. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295194 | PRODUCTION OF MOLDABLE BONE SUBSTITUTE - Composites and methods of producing a mouldable bone substitute are described, A scaffold for bone growth comprises nanocrystalline hydroxyapatite (HA), a bioresorbable plasticizer, and a biodegradable polymer. Plasticizers of the invention include oleic acid, tocopherol, eugenol, 1,2,3-triacetoxypropane, monoolein, and octyl-beta-D-glucopyranoside. Polymers of the invention include poly(caprolactone), poly(D,L-Lactic acid), and poly(glycolide-co lactide). Methods of regulating porosity, hardening speed, and shapeability are also described. Composites and methods are described using nanocrystalline HA produced with and without amino acids. The scaffold for bone growth described herein displays increased strength and shapeability. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295195 | AQUEOUS ADDITIVE FOR POULTRY WATER - A method for increasing weight gain, water consumption, and rate of food consumption in poultry by administering an aqueous, acidic composition to the poultry drinking water is presented. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295196 | LAUFLUMIDE AND THE ENANTIOMERS THEREOF, METHOD FOR PREPARING SAME AND THERAPEUTIC USES THEREOF - The invention relates to the molecule having formula (I), as well as the enantiomers thereof, and to the use of same in the treatment of ADHD, narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295197 | Formed lyocell articles for selective binding of monovalent heavy metal ions, especially thallium and cesium ions and radioactive isotopes thereof - Shaped lyocell cellulose articles are provided for binding heavy metal ions and radioactive isotopes thereof. The shaped articles include one or more hexacyanoferrates that are incorporated in a cellulosic matrix and uniformly distributed therein. The shaped articles can be fibers, fibrids, fibrous nonwoven webs, granules, beads, self-supporting films, tubular films, filaments, sponges, foams or bristles. They are useful for water treatment and water decontamination, for metal beneficiation, for treatment of wound with wound dressings, for air and gas filtration and in protective apparel. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295198 | METHODS OF SCREENING CHEMOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS AND TREATING CANCER - Methods for selecting chemotherapeutic agents for treating a cancer are provided that include the steps of providing a cancer cell sample having a population of bulk cancer cells and a population of cancer stem-like cells, culturing a first portion of the cancer cell sample in a hydrodynamic focusing bioreactor under microgravity conditions and for a period of time to selectively enhance the population of cancer stem-like cells and selectively kill the population of bulk cancer cells, contacting the cancer stem-like cells with one or more chemotherapeutic agents, and then selecting the one or more chemotherapeutic agents for treating the cancer if there is an increase in an amount of cytotoxicity. Methods for treating a cancer are also provided in which the identified chemotherapeutic agents are administered to a subject. Further provided are methods for identifying a test compound useful for treating a cancer. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295199 | Composition Comprising OPC and Omega-3 for Preventing and/or Inhibiting the Development of Diabetic Retinopathy - This invention relates to a composition comprising oligoproanthocyanidins (OPC) and omega-3 fatty acids, for use in preventing or stabilizing the development and/or the progression of a diabetes-related eye condition in a subject; this invention includes a functional food, a nutraceutical composition or a food or dietary supplement comprising said composition; this invention also relates to a pharmaceutical composition or a veterinarian product comprising oligoproanthocyanidins (OPC) and omega-3 fatty acids. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295200 | USE OF WF10 FOR TREATING ALLERGIC ASTHMA, ALLERGIC RHINITIS AND ATOPIC DERMATITIS - The present invention provides a method of treating or inhibiting at least one of allergic asthma, allergic rhinitis and atopic dermatitis, or of reducing, inhibiting or treating allergy like symptoms. The methods use compositions comprising chlorite, chloride, chlorate and/or sulfate ions. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295201 | Methods for Inhibiting Sensory Nerves by Topically Administering Strontium-Containing Compositions to Keratinized Skin - Topical formulations containing aqueous-soluble divalent strontium cation in a suitable topical keratinized skin formulation vehicle, and methods of using these formulations to inhibit skin irritation in keratinized skin, are disclosed. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295202 | USE OF SELECTIVE ESTROGEN RECEPTOR MODULATOR FOR JOINT FUSION AND OTHER REPAIR OR HEALING OF CONNECTIVE TISSUE - Methods for facilitating joint immobilization or fusion using selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) such as raloxifene are disclosed. The SERM may be administered systemically or locally. In conjunction with SERM, other therapeutic agents such as calcium, vitamin D, bone morphogenetic protein may be administered simultaneously. The method can similarly be applied to facilitate bone repair, bone healing, and connective tissue healing processes in a patient. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295203 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF NEUROPSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS - Methods and compositions are disclosed to treat neuropsychiatric disorders based upon a new framework of diagnosis. Axis I biomarkers include genes related to prefrontal dopamine synthesis and/or dopamine degradation. Axis II includes genes related to re uptake of dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin and autonomic hyperactivity. Axis III includes genes relates to impairments in inflammatory pathways, glutamate neurotransmission and/or neurotrophic factors. Axis IV includes genes related to glutamate reuptake and predisposition to addictive behavior, and obsessive compulsions. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295204 | FORMULATIONS COMPRISING SAPONINS AND USES THEREOF - Provided is a formulation including various natural extracts for a variety of human applications. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295205 | Activation of Innate and Adaptive Immune Responses by a Ginseng Extract - The invention is directed to ginseng fractions and methods for activating innate and adaptive immune responses to prevent, treat or ameliorate a condition in a subject by administering to the subject an effective amount of a ginseng traction, a pharmaceutical composition comprising the fraction in combination with another medicament or with one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers, or a food item comprising the fraction. The fraction may be made from | 2013-11-07 |
20130295206 | ARTIFICIAL TEARS AND THERAPEUTIC USES - The present invention provides ophthalmic compositions, e.g. artificial tears, suitable for treating dry eye syndrome in a human or other mammal suffering there from, e.g. a dog or cat, which comprise a mixture of castor oil with another oil, e.g. a food oil, e. g. olive oil, sesame oil, corn oil etc. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295207 | Skin Whitening Agent - Use of haguro-so or an organic solvent extract thereof, or a compound represented by the following formula (I) or a salt thereof, for inhibiting a dopa oxidase activity, for inhibiting melanin production, or for whitening the skin; in the formula (I), R | 2013-11-07 |
20130295208 | Spinneret Bundle - A spinneret bundle for producing fibers from a polymer melt includes an elongated nozzle plate that has a feed channel on an upper face and at least one row of nozzle bores that are arranged next to one another on a lower face. A distributing plate lies on the upper face of the nozzle plate and has a distributing chamber that faces the feed channel and a melt inlet that is connected to the distributing chamber. A perforated plate with a plurality of through-bores is provided between the distributing chamber of the distributing plate and the feed channel of the nozzle plate in order to achieve a redistribution and uniformity of the melt when the melt is introduced into the feed channel. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295209 | TIRE BLADDER - Provided is a tire bladder of an acrylic rubber composition which is superior in processing safety and mechanical characteristics and further exhibits high elongation in a high temperature atmosphere. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295210 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR REGULATING EXTRUDER CERAMIC BATCH MATERIAL - A plate suitable for positioning with an extruder apparatus is provided in which the plate includes at least one temperature sensor. The plate is upstream of the die located at or near the end of the extruder apparatus. The sensor(s) allow for the simultaneous measurement of batch material temperatures at multiple spatial locations across the face of the plate. The temperature sensors associated with the plate can be used to identify spatial and temporal temperature patterns within the batch flow. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295211 | MACHINE FOR PRODUCTION OF SOLID DOSAGE FORMS - In one aspect, the present invention features a machine for the production of a solid dosage form wherein the machine is adapted to form a dosage form between a first forming tool and a second forming tool within a forming cavity and wherein the first RF electrode and the second RF electrode are arranged within the machine such that when RF energy is applied between the first RF electrode and the second RF electrode, the RF energy passes through the portion of the forming cavity adapted to form the dosage form. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295212 | DIGITAL MASK-IMAGE-PROJECTION-BASED ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING THAT APPLIES SHEARING FORCE TO DETACH EACH ADDED LAYER - A three-dimensional object may be produced in cascaded layers from a liquid resin that solidifies upon exposure to light. A translation stage may be positioned relative to a vat that is suitable for solidifying the highest un-solidified layer of the three-dimensional object directly beneath any existing, solidified layers of the three-dimensional object. A mask image projection system may project a two-dimensional image of the highest un-solidified layer through a transparent bottom of the vat and into the liquid resin. This may cause at least a portion of the liquid resin to solidify in the shape of the two-dimensional image and to adhere to the bottom of a surface beneath the solidified layer. A shearing force may be applied between the bottom surface of the solidified layer and the surface beneath that is great enough to detach the solidified layer from the surface beneath. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295213 | SPACER MOLDS FOR ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANTS - A prosthetic mold for forming a prosthesis is disclosed. The prosthesis can include a bone mating surface, an articulating surface, and an intermedullary post. The prosthetic mold can include a first portion, a second portion engageable with the first portion, and an injection portion. The first portion can be configured to form the articulating surface. The second portion can be configured to form the bone mating surface and define an intermedullary post cavity. Engagement between the first and second portions can define a mold cavity. The injection port can be axially aligned, and in communication, with the intermedullary post cavity. The injection port can engage an injection assembly. In one embodiment, the prosthetic mold is configured to form a tibial prosthesis. In another embodiment, the prosthetic mold is configured to form a femoral prosthesis. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295214 | METHOD OF MOLDING, PROCESS FOR PRODUCING LENS, MOLDING APPARATUS, PROCESS FOR PRODUCING STAMPER, MASTER PRODUCTION APPARATUS, STAMPER PRODUCTION SYSTEM, AND STAMPER PRODUCTION APPARATUS - Molded articles, such as a lens, are produced by multiple repetitions of a transfer process composed of the transformation step of bringing a transfer member ( | 2013-11-07 |
20130295215 | THREE-DIMENSIONAL PRINTING APPARATUS - A three-dimensional printing apparatus is provided, including a container, a display, a control unit and an optical film. The container contains a photosensitive material. The display has a plurality of display units. Each of the display units is capable of emitting a light beam. The control unit is capable of controlling the display units. The optical film is capable of projecting the light beams emitted from the display units onto the photosensitive material, forming a plurality of projected patterns. An arranging sequence and an arranging direction of the projected patterns are substantially the same as an arranging sequence and an arranging direction of the display units. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295216 | ICE CREAM SCOOPS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING - An ice cream scoop includes a head configured to scoop frozen food product, a handle extending from the head to an end, the handle including an internal cavity with the end open to the internal cavity, a heat transfer fluid contained in the internal cavity and in thermal communication with the head, an end cap that closes the end of the handle, a gasket disposed between the end cap and the handle to seal the internal cavity, and a pin that secures the end cap to the handle | 2013-11-07 |
20130295217 | EXTRUSION MOLD AND METHOD OF USE - In one embodiment of the invention a mold system and method of use are provided such that aqueous starch-based compositions and baked goods articles that use the conversion of water to steam may be produced using an extruder that allows the venting of such gases and/or steam. The extruder is vented in such a way as to allow steam to escape, but retain the composition until the exit end. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295218 | MULTILAYER ORIENTED POLYESTER FILM WITH ANTI-STATIC PROPERTY FOR MOLDING PROCESSES - Described are methods for producing biaxially oriented thermoplastic crystallizable films, such as polyester terephthalate (PET) films, that are easy to handle, have at least one surface that can produce high quality finishes in In-Mold Decoration processes (IMD), and have anti-static properties. The static dissipation properties of the film facilitate the manufacture of IMD parts by reducing buildup of debris in the mold and reducing the risk of fire during processing. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295219 | Injection Mold Having a Simplified Evaporative Cooling System or a Simplified Cooling System with Exotic Cooling Fluids - An injection mold assembly for a high output consumer product injection molding machine, the injection mold assembly having a simplified cooling system that is an evaporative cooling system or a cooling system including a hazardous, dangerous, or expensive cooling fluid. The simplified cooling system has a cooling fluid channel that is confined to a mold support plate. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295220 | Injection Mold Having a Simplified Evaporative Cooling System - An injection mold assembly for a high output consumer product injection molding machine, the injection mold assembly having a simplified cooling system that is an evaporative cooling system or a cooling system including a hazardous, dangerous, or expensive cooling fluid. The simplified cooling system has a cooling fluid channel that is confined to a mold support plate. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295221 | MOLDING MACHINE HAVING AUXILIARY EJECTION-ASSISTANCE ASSEMBLY CONFIGURED TO APPLY ADDITIONAL EJECTION FORCE - A molding machine comprises a machine ejection assembly and an auxiliary ejection assistant assembly coupled to the machine ejection assembly, wherein the auxiliary assistant assembly is used to generate an additional ejecting force. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295222 | INJECTION MOLDING MACHINE - An injection molding machine | 2013-11-07 |
20130295223 | DEHYDRATED CASTOR OIL AS AN ANIMAL FEED SUPPLEMENT - The present invention relates to a method for improving the fat firmness and meat quality of a meat animal and/or altering the ratio of saturated fatty acids to unsaturated fatty acids in meat by administering to a meat animal (e.g., pig) a composition comprising an amount of dehydrated castor oil that is effective to improve the quality indices of the animal's meat. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295224 | FOOD PRODUCTS CONTAINING AROMA COMPOUNDS - The aim of the present invention is to reduce the concentration of aroma compounds in food products, without having negative taste attributes. The present invention provides such food products containing two sections, wherein the two sections are visually the same, and wherein the two sections contain aroma compounds at different concentrations in the two sections. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295225 | Structural Fat for the Production of Low Saturated, Zero Trans Fatty Acids Margarine, Fat Spreads, Icings, Frostings, Shortenings and Food Products - Processes for preparing an edible hard stock for use in formulation of margarines, spreads, icings, shortenings, frostings and other products are disclosed that include: providing a first group of fats saturated by fractionation, hydrogenation or trans esterification/distillation and re-esterification comprising mainly by C16:0 and C18:0 type of fatty acids; providing a second group of fats saturated by fractionation, hydrogenation or trans esterification/distillation and re-esterification enriched mainly in C12:0 and C14:0; providing a third group of fats comprise triglyceride liquid oils at ambient temperature, and producing the edible hard stock by random interestification of the first group, the second group and the third group of fats. Compositions and products produced by these processes are also disclosed. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295226 | PROBIOTICS IN FRUIT BEVERAGES - The present invention relates to a method of producing a probiotic fruit beverage comprising a high viable count of acid-adapted probiotic bacteria, such as strains of | 2013-11-07 |
20130295227 | Composition Comprising a Sensitive Ingredient - A composition having from 45% to 90%, by weight, of a first portion and from 10% to 55%, by weight, a second portion. The first portion has a lower melting point than the second portion. The first portion can have a higher water activity than the second portion. The first portion contains a sensitive ingredient which can be a Probiotic. The composition can be a supplement intended to be given to a pet. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295228 | ENZYME GRANULES - The present application relates to a steam treated pelletized feed composition comprising a granule comprising a core and a coating wherein the core comprises an active compound and the coating comprises a salt. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295229 | THIOLS AS FLAVORING INGREDIENT - The present invention relates to the use of 3-mercaptoheptyl carboxylate in the form of any one of its stereoisomers or in the form of a mixture thereof. The compounds of the invention are valuable flavoring ingredients capable of imparting fruity, citrus and/or teas aftertaste with a well-balanced long-lastingness. The present invention also concerns the compositions or articles containing the compound. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295230 | SUGAR-FREE NATURALLY PRESERVED STEVIA SUPPLEMENT - A stevia supplement that is preserved with natural ingredients (e.g., natural vinegar, polyene macrolide, such as natamycin, and/or citric acid) optionally having a balanced smell and/or flavor profile is provided. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295231 | COMESTIBLE PRODUCT - The application relates to comestible products comprising acid gellable hydrocolloids, such as low acyl gellan gum. These are used for appetite suppression. On ingesting the product the hydrocolloid gels in the stomach. Mixed hydrocolloids, such as pectin and gellan gums are also provided. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295232 | Drink Flavouring Straw - The present invention relates to a receptacle which comprises a generally elongate tubular body, a plurality of pellets of a predetermined size and shape containing a predetermined measure of active ingredient and filtration means disposed at or adjacent each end of the tubular body to retain the pellets substantially within the body. The receptacle is sized to allow a carrier liquid to be drawn through it. The passage of the carrier liquid through the receptacle causes the pellets to progressively dissolve, thereby releasing the active ingredient into the beverage upon consumption. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295233 | Production Of Shredded Or Flaked Whole Grain-Containing Composite Food Products - Shredded or flaked whole grain-containing composite food products, such as ready-to-eat cereals, and sweet and savory snacks, are continuously produced by pelletizing cooked, tempered, whole cereal grain particles in the presence of vegetables, fruit, or dairy cheese. In another aspect, an enrobing coating containing chocolate is applied to a baked shredded laminate product of the pelletization, wherein the shredded product may further optionally include fruit added and present during pelletization. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295234 | MACARONI AND CHEESE SANDWICH - A macaroni and cheese sandwich. The sandwich includes a top slice of bread, a bottom slice of bread, and macaroni and cheese between the top slice of bread and the bottom slice of bread. The ingredients are toasted in and impressed by a waffle iron to create waffle patterns on the outside of the two slices of bread. Cheese slices can be added between the bread slices and the macaroni and cheese to add cheese flavor and to bond the macaroni and cheese to the bread during toasting. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295235 | MULTI-TEXTURED ANIMAL TREATS - The invention provides multi-textured animal treats and methods for making the multi-textured animal treats. In a general aspect, the multi-textured animal treat includes a hard component comprising a mechanical joint and one or more soft components fixedly attached to the mechanical joint and wrapped around the hard component. The soft components can include an adhesive or a combination of adhesives and mechanical joints for providing an additional attachment mechanism to the hard component. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295236 | FABRICATED FISH CHUNKS - The invention provides fabricated fish chunks having the appearance and texture of real fish comprising from about 75 to about 95% of one or more functional proteins and from about 5 to about 25% other comestible ingredients, wherein the functional proteins comprise from about 40 to about 95% surimi and from about 0 to about 55% of one or more non-surimi functional proteins. The fabricated fish chunks have a soft smooth laminar appearance and flaky texture similar to real fish. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295237 | COMBINATION BEVERAGE CUP WITH REMOVABLE STORAGE CONTAINER - Combination beverage containers and storage vessels. Various embodiments are configured to store a consumable beverage or otherwise consumable liquid as well as at least one second item which may comprise an edible foodstuff, toy, novelty, etc. In some embodiments, the second items may be stored directly in a vessel lid or the second items may be stored in a second container that may be removably seated in a portion of the lid that, once installed on the vessel body or cup, is not removable by the end user. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295238 | Packaging for Selling and Preparing a Combined Food Product - A packaging system and method for selling and preparing a food product that is a combination of two or more food items. The system comprises a first container having a first food item therein, a second container having a second food item therein and a mechanism for disconnectedly joining the first container and the second container together. In use, the containers are separated, the food items are separately prepared and at least one of the food items is removed from its container and combined with the other food item to form the desired food product. The joining mechanism can comprise pull-tab devices, threaded connections, slot and pin connections, hook-and-loop connections and the like. A discharging mechanism can assist with discharging a food item from its container. One or more of the containers can be converted into a bowl-like or plate-like receptacle for preparing or consuming the food product. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295239 | BOX-SHAPED COMBINATION BEVERAGE AND STORAGE CONTAINER WITH MOVABLE CLOSURE - Combination beverage containers and storage vessels. Various embodiments are configured to store a consumable beverage or otherwise consumable liquid as well as at least one second item which may comprise an edible foodstuff, toy, novelty, etc. all in one convenient container. In some embodiments, the second items may be stored directly in the vessel separated from the liquid or the second items may be stored in a second container that may be removably seated in a portion of the vessel. The vessels may or may not be hand-held. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295240 | CAPSULE FOR A PREPARING PRE-DETERMINED QUANTITY OF BEVERAGE - A disposable capsule for preparing a beverage suitable for consumption from an extractable product includes a chamber for enclosing an inner space containing the extractable product and a displaceable body. The chamber includes an entrance area enabling passage of a fluid towards the inner space for interacting with the extractable product for preparing the beverage and an exit area for conducting at least a portion of the beverage away from the capsule. The displaceable body is movable with respect to the entrance area and the exit area for discontinuing the entrance area and the exit area thereby enabling the chamber to pass fluidum therethrough. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295241 | System and Method for Packaging - A system for packaging forming a container can provide an improved form of food packaging. The container includes a base element and at least two lateral side elements, and forms a tray element. The tray element defines an open cavity for containing contents, and has a back and front edge. At least one of the lateral side elements has at least one moveable element integrated with, and forming an extension of, the lateral side element at a first fixed end of the moveable element(s). The moveable element(s) is/are capable of being folded into the cavity and around the contents, and is of a length such that the second, free end of the moveable element(s) extend(s) around the contents to the front edge of the tray element. The second free end is capable of being pulled to cause the contents to move towards the front edge of the tray element. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295242 | PACKAGING WITH MONOAXIALLY ORIENTED FILM - A flexible package ( | 2013-11-07 |
20130295243 | METHOD FOR FORMING A LOAF OF BREAD - A method of forming a loaf of bread having at least two textures is provided that includes forming a first portion of dough that corresponds to a first texture, forming a second portion of dough that corresponds to a second texture, and heating the first portion and the second portion of dough in a single bread pan to form the loaf of bread having a first end of the first texture, a second end of the second texture, and a central section having both the first texture and the second texture. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295244 | BREWING DEVICE FOR CREATING A COFFEE BEVERAGE AND METHOD FOR CREATING A COFFEE BEVERAGE BY MEANS OF A BREWING DEVICE - The brewing device for creating a coffee beverage has a brewing unit having a brewing chamber, a crema unit having a crema chamber connected to the brewing chamber by means of a coffee passage and having a valve piston for opening and/or closing the coffee passage, which valve piston can be moved in the crema chamber relative to the coffee passage, and an outlet opening. The valve piston can be moved into a plurality of different specified movement positions relative to the coffee passage, wherein different consecutive brewing processes for creating different coffee beverages can be realized, and wherein the crema unit is designed in such a way that coffee brewed during a particular brewing process can be swirled through at different intensity than a different brewing process depending on the particular specified movement position of the valve piston. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295245 | OIL LEVEL DETECTION SYSTEM FOR DEEP FAT FRYER - A detector configured to indirectly monitor a level of liquid within a container is provided. The detector includes a temperature sensor and a heat producing element proximate to the temperature sensor. A shell is disposed around the temperature sensor and heat producing element, the shell is configured to be disposed within a container and to provide a barrier between liquid disposed within the container and each of the temperature sensor and heat producing element. The heat producing element is configured to transfer heat generated therein to the shell, and the sensor is configured to measure a surface temperature of the heat producing element. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295246 | METHODS FOR MIXING PRODUCTS USING ACOUSTIC MIXING - The present disclosure provides methods for manufacturing a shelf-stable food product. In a general embodiment, the methods include acoustically mixing the food product with an acoustic mixing device during thermal processing of the food product. The methods of the present disclosure provide several advantages including, but not limited to, rapid achievement of a uniform temperature distribution during thermal processing, retention of nutrient content and organoleptic properties of the food product, and retention of particle integrity in the food product during and after mixing. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295247 | TABLE WITH ETHYLENE SCRUBBER - A display for supporting produce generating ethylene gas as the produce ripens includes a surface for supporting the produce, a blower positioned in communication with the produce to move a gas containing at least a portion of the ethylene gas from the produce and an ethylene scrubber positioned in communication with the produce and in a flow path of the gas. The ethylene scrubber removes the at least a portion of the ethylene from the gas. The display does not include a refrigeration system such that a life of the produce is lengthened without use of refrigeration. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295248 | FRESH FRUIT PRESERVATIVE AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A fresh fruit preservative and method of using the preservative for fresh cut fruit that significantly extend the shelf life of fresh cut fruit are provided. The fresh fruit preservative preserves the texture, flavor, appearance, and color of the fresh fruit, particularly exposed surfaces of the fresh fruit that have been cut, in particular by reducing oxidation of the exposed cut surfaces of the fruit. The preservative includes the ingredients of ascorbic acid, calcium ascorbate, carbohydrate, citric acid, calcium carbonate, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium bicarbonate, malic acid and a protein-based composition. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295249 | GRANULATED FOOD PRODUCT - A granulated food product comprising plant material from one or more aromatic plants, a meaty base and an osmotic agent, and a method for preparing a granulated food product comprising milling plant material from one or more aromatic plants together with a meaty base, mixing the milled material with an osmotic agent to form a viscous mixture, granulating the viscous mixture, and drying the granules. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295250 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR REMOVING SKIN FROM FRUITS OR VEGETABLES - Compositions and methods for removing thin and/or waxy skin of fruits and vegetables, in particular bell peppers, involving the immersion of the fruit or vegetable into a heated mixture that includes an ammonium salt and either hydrogen chloride or carborane, which facilitates the easy removal of the outer coating. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295251 | STABILIZATION OF CITRUS FRUIT BEVERAGES - A composition which permits protein fortification of citrus juices, particularly orange juice, or beverages containing citrus juices, to be carried out without separation of the juice or beverage and the rapid development of a clear or nearly clear liquid layer on top of the juice or beverage, comprises a soy protein product having a protein content of at least about 60 wt % (N×6.25), preferably at least about 90 wt %, and preferably at least about 100 wt %, which is completely soluble in water at an acid pH value of less than about 4.4 and which is heat stable in aqueous solution, and at least one of at least one calcium salt and at least one organic acid. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295252 | Methods and Devices for Making Pre-Cooked Eggs Having a Natural Appearance - The present invention includes methods and devices for mass producing cooked, cooled egg products having a grill fried egg appearance. One device includes a portion for positioning whole, intact, shelled eggs positioned laterally across and above a cooking mold conveyor, and a portion for cracking the eggshells and depositing the eggs into cooking molds on the conveyor. Some devices and methods include an egg yolk splitter for rupturing the egg yolk sac to deposit a whole egg having a ruptured egg yolk into each mold. Other devices and methods include irregular shaped egg molds for providing a mass produced cooked egg having a natural, irregular shaped outlines and/or surfaces. Devices and methods according to the present invention can be used to produce irregular, outlined shaped cooked egg products including whole eggs, formulated eggs, or eggs made from scrambled egg mixes. The pre-cooked eggs can be delivered pathogen free to fast food establishments and reheated for consumers in less time than required to cook the egg. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295253 | ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE FRYING OILS - This invention relates to environmentally preferred frying oils, such as high oleic oils. A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of high oleic oil compared to conventional oil when used in frying applications is provided. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295254 | INSTRUMENT FOR PRODUCING KAKIAGE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING KAKIAGE - An instrument for producing kakiage has a kakiage containing portion which includes a tubular mold having both end portions in an axis direction being opened and a plurality of through-holes formed therein, and a bottom plate fixed to an opening portion at one end of the tubular mold and having a plurality of through-holes formed therein, the bottom plate being fixed to the opening portion at the end of the tubular mold such that a given gap is formed between an end portion of the tubular mold and a periphery of the bottom plate. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295255 | Methods and Systems for Preparing Dough-Based Products - Systems, apparatuses, and method for preparing dough-based products are disclosed. One disclosed system for preparing dough-based products comprises a fryer comprising a bottom and at least one sidewall, a proofer comprising a proofing chamber with a top, bottom, and at least one sidewall, and a conveying mechanism configured to transport the dough-based products from the proofing chamber to the fryer, wherein the top of the proofing chamber is located below the bottom of the fryer. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295256 | Processed Citrus Fruit Raw Juice or the Concentrate Thereof, Their Preparation Method and Products Comprising the Same - The techniques disclosed herein relate to processed citrus fruit raw juice or the concentrate thereof, the preparation thereof, products comprising them, and uses thereof in the manufacture of various edible products. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295257 | BAKING APPARATUS - A method for preparing a baked good according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, nesting a pan within an elastomeric sleeve and submerging the nested pan and elastomeric sleeve at least partially into a water bath. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295258 | DEVICE FOR HOLDING A NUMBER OF FISH TO BE PREPARED AND FISH PREPARATION METHOD - A device for holding a number of fish to be prepared in an orientation in which the stomach side of the fish is directed upwards, the device having a basic structure which can be positioned on a horizontal surface or can be suspended on a holding structure or arranged on the device, and that the device has, for each fish to be held, a plurality of spikes which are oriented parallel to one another and project by way of a free end from the basic structure such that a fish, the side flanks of which have been skewered via the free ends of the spikes assigned to it, can be held on the device with its stomach side; directed upwards and in the process such that only the spikes assigned to the fish are in contact with the fish. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295259 | Food And Beverage Products Containing 1,3-Propanediol And Methods Of Modifying Flavor Release Using 1,3-Propanediol - Food or beverages prepared using 1,3-propanediol have shown to have modified flavor profiles, including modified flavor release, relative to an otherwise identical food product or beverage that does not include 1,3-propanediol. Inclusion of 1,3-propanediol uniquely modifies the flavor profile of these products or food ingredients in these products even when 1,3-propanediol is included in such low amounts that it does not itself contribute flavor to the product. 1,3-propanediol may be included in the food or beverage products to effect this modified flavor release, such as about 0.1 to about 2 weight percent, or in specific ratios relative to one or more flavor compounds in the product. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295260 | Liquid Aroma and Flavouring Compositions - Suggested are liquid flavour substance mixtures, comprising | 2013-11-07 |
20130295261 | ISOSORBIDE DERIVATIVES AND THEIR USE AS FLAVOR MODIFIERS, TASTANTS, AND TASTE ENHANCERS - The present invention provides isosorbide derivatives having the formula shown below and certain subgenera or species thereof, as flavor or taste modifiers, particularly, savory (“umami”) taste modifiers, savory flavoring agents and savory flavor enhancers in foods, beverages, and other comestible compositions, | 2013-11-07 |
20130295262 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COOKING PIZZA - A method for cooking pizza, comprising the steps of spreading a dough ball on a surface and forming a pie within a ring; sliding the pie, contained in the ring, into an oven while allowing the pie to rest directly in contact with the bottom surface of the oven; removing the pie from the oven and removing the pie from the ring. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295263 | GELLED FOOD CONCENTRATE - A gelled food concentrate comprising a salt-sensitive gum, salt in an amount sufficient to keep the salt-sensitive gum in a salted-out state, a salt-stable gelling system in an amount effective to provide a gelled food concentrate, water, which gelled food concentrate, after dilution in an aqueous liquid, the aqueous liquid being water, can result in a ready-to-eat end product comprising: from 0.1 to 2.5 wt % of salt and from 0.01 wt % to 3.5 wt % of a salt-sensitive gum, the ready-to-eat end product having a viscosity of higher than 15 mPa·s at 20 C°. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295264 | GEL COMPOSITION COMPRISING LOW-METHOXY PECTIN - A composition in the form of a gel for preparing a food product, the composition comprising water, flavourings, salt and gelling agents, where the gelling agents comprise at least pectin. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295265 | DRY BLEND FOR MAKING EXTENDED CHEESE PRODUCT - Disclosed herein are dry blends used in the process of making extended cheese products with improved meltability and firmness profiles. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295266 | REDUCED SODIUM COMPOSITION - The present invention provides a reduced sodium composition comprising at least one potassium salt, at least one sodium salt, at least one emulsifier and at least one thickening agent. For example, the reduced sodium composition comprises at least: one potassium salt, at least one sodium salt, glycerol monostearate and maltodextrin as well as to its method of preparation. The reduced sodium composition is used for enhancing the flavour of food, as a food seasoning, food condiment and/or food additive and provides a healthier alternative to the consumer, in particular where reducing the sodium in the diet is beneficial for health. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295268 | Modified Lipids Produced from Oil-Bearing Microbial Biomass and Oils - Chemically modified lipids and methods for their preparation are provided. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295269 | GENERATION OF PLANTS WITH ALTERED PROTEIN, FIBER, OR OIL CONTENT - The present disclosure is directed to plants that display an improved oil quantity phenotype or an improved meal quality phenotype due to altered expression of an IMQ nucleic acid. The disclosure is further directed to methods of generating plants with an improved oil quantity phenotype or improved meal quality phenotype. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295270 | Apparatus, Systems and Methods for Manufacturing Food Products - Apparatus, systems and methods are disclosed for manufacturing semi-moist meatballs. An illustrative embodiment provides a method of manufacturing generally spherical pet treats comprising: (a) providing a ground mix of proteinaceous material, flavor enhancers and preservatives to a portioning device that divides said mix into smaller portions of roughly uniform volume, (b) placing said portions on a first belt of a first conveyor moving at a first speed in a longitudinal direction, (c) periodically pressing said portions with a second belt of a second conveyor, where said second belt operates in a plane at a height above, and substantially parallel to, said first belt, said second belt moving at a second speed in substantially the same longitudinal direction as said first belt, while also oscillating back and forth in a lateral direction that is at an angle to said longitudinal direction, such that said portions are transformed into generally spherical shapes. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295271 | FOOD CONTAINING MILK CERAMIDE, AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF - Provided is a food containing milk ceramide that solves the problems of sedimentation and non-uniformity within the food. Also provided is a process for producing the food. Milk ceramide is transformed into a paste and added to a food. In this manner, it becomes possible to add 0.3-10.0% of milk ceramide to a food homogeneously without causing precipitation. Thus, a food can be provided, which contains milk ceramide homogeneously in such an amount that cannot be achieved by conventional techniques without causing sedimentation. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295272 | Granules of a Brittle Material for Room Temperature Granule Spray in Vacuum, and Method for Forming a Coating Film Using Same - The present invention relates to granules of a brittle material for room-temperature granule spray in vacuum, and to a method for forming a coating film using same. Particularly, particles having a size of 0.1 to 6 μm are granulated and a coating film may be formed through room-temperature granule spray in vacuum using the granules. The granules of the brittle material according to exemplary embodiments may be used through the vacuum granule injection at room temperature and a coating process may be continuously performed. Since the granules injected through a nozzle have a relatively large mass and thus have a large amount of kinetic energy, the coating film may be formed at a low gas-flow rate, and the forming rate of the coating film may be increased. Therefore, the granules may be useful for forming a ceramic coating film. | 2013-11-07 |
20130295273 | SOLUTION AND METHOD OF TREATING A SUBSTRATE WITH THE SOLUTION - A solution and a method of treating a substrate with the solution is disclosed. The solution includes a polar liquid component and at least 2% by weight based upon the total weight of said solution of an adduct that is different from the polar liquid component. The adduct comprises at least one of:
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20130295274 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING COLOR FILTER SUBSTRATE - A method for manufacturing a color film substrate including the following steps is provided. A substrate is provided. A first conductive black matrix extending along a first direction is formed on the substrate. A color film layer is formed on the substrate, and the normal projections of the color film layer and of the first conductive black matrix on the substrate are not overlapping. A plurality of insulating spacers is formed on the first conductive black matrix, and the height of the insulating spacers is greater than the thickness of the color film layer. A second conductive black matrix extending along a second direction and covering the insulating spacers is formed on the substrate. A passivation layer is formed for covering the first conductive black matrix, the color film layer, the insulating spacers and the second conductive black matrix. A transparent conductive layer is formed on the passivation layer. | 2013-11-07 |