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Crocetin-containing coloring

US5424407A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 22, 1993
Grant dateJun 13, 1995
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Expiry dateNov 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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