Process for preparing a time delayed release flavorant and an improved flavored chewing gum composition
US4386106A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 1, 1981 |
| Grant date | May 31, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23G4/20
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for preparing a controlled, delayed release encapsulated flavorant composition for use in chewable confections prepared by the steps of forming an emulsion of flavoring agent in a partially hydrophilic matrix material comprising gelatin, a natural gum and plasticizer; drying the emulsion to a solid matrix; grinding to a solid base powder; and then coating the base powder with a water insoluble material which will prevent elusion of flavor from the base powder and will not dissolve under the hydrolytic condition of the mouth to give a delayed flavor release and yet which, when chewed, will give a substantial flavor "burst" and sustained flavor release as the hydrophilic base powder matrix is wetted in the mouth. An improved variable flavor chewing gum composition containing a delayed release flavorant of the invention is also disclosed.
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