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Tailored triglycerides having improved autoignition characteristics

US4832975A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 29, 1987
Grant dateMay 23, 1989
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Expiry dateSep 29, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S426/804
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Reduced calorie edible fats and oils comprising triglycerides synthesized (tailored) with a particular combination of saturated medium chain fatty acids, saturated long chain fatty acids, and unsaturated long chain fatty acids are disclosed. In addition to providing caloric reduction, these tailored triglycerides also have acceptable autoignition characteristics making them suitable for use in shortenings and cooking oils.

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