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Expanded protein product comprising sulfur-containing organic compound

US3965268A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 1, 1974
Grant dateJun 22, 1976
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Expiry dateMar 1, 1994

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23L7/17
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An expanded edible protein product is made by extruding, preferably following heating and working of, a mix containing a proteinaceous material, a sulfur-containing organic compound, and water from a high pressure zone to a low pressure zone. The resultant product has an open, cellular structure and is an excellent meat-like substitute, convenience food and pet food ingredient, and snack item.

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