Extracts from fruits of the Cucurbitaceae family, and methods of preparing thereof
US11576412B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 23, 2017 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 17, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23V2300/50
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to extracts and sweetening compositions that may be wholly derived from fruits of the Cucurbitaceae family containing mogroside V and other terpene glycosides. The extracts have a low mogroside V content. The extracts also have a low monosaccharide content, and can be spray-dried to form a spray-dried product. The extracts may be suitable for use as a bulking agent, and can be combined with a terpene glycoside powder. The extracts and sweetening compositions can be used in a food, beverage, and dietary supplement products. Provided are also methods for preparing such extracts and sweetening compositions.
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