Chewing gums containing hydrated emulsifier and methods of preparation
US4904482A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 1988 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23G4/066
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods of producing gum and the resulting compositions, containing a hydrated emulsifier, are disclosed. In the preferred embodiment, 2 parts water and 1 part lecithin are blended together to form a gel. The gel is added to the gum composition, preferably after the gum base and the majority of the bulking and sweetening agents are mixed together. The use of a hydrated emulsifier improves initial softness and results in an extended shelf life.
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