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Method for decorating the shells of eggs

US4181745A · kind A · utility

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13Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 3, 1978
Grant dateJan 1, 1980
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 3, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23L15/00
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process for dyeing the shells of eggs by applying a dry granular dyeing medium to the hydrated shell. The dyeing medium includes dye and rock salt. The shell may be wetted in whole or in part prior to applying the dyeing medium with water or vinegar. The process may be done in a plastic bag or by sprinkling the dyeing medium onto the wetted shell.

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