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Raw hide having a coating containing an inorganic pyrophosphate

US5011679A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 30, 1989
Grant dateApr 30, 1991
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q11/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Process for preparing raw hide having a coating containing, at least one inorganic pyrophosphate compound, comprising: PA0 (a) subjecting raw hide to a liquefied coating material containing at least one inorganic pyrophosphate compound, thereby, forming a coating of such liquefied coating material on the raw hide; and PA0 (b) drying the raw hide having a coating containing said at least one inorganic pyrophosphate compound. The raw hide having a coating containing at least one inorganic pyrophosphate is chewed and/or eaten by dogs, with the result that tartar accumulation on their teeth is reduced or prevented.

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