Crocetin-containing coloring
US5424407A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 22, 1993 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2013 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23L5/43
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A stabilized crocetin-containing colorant which has as an effective component a crocetin included by cyclodextrin. This colorant is imparted with resistance against light and various chemicals to crocetin, which is a hydrolysate of crocin, the main component of the carotenoid gardenia yellow pigment. The colorant may be added to various food products for use of crocetin as a stable coloring matter.
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