Production of carrageenan and carrageenan products
US6479649B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 2, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K9/4816
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The Methods of the present invention prepare carrageenan products from processed seaweed material using shear stress treatment are disclosed. The carrageenan products comprise at least about 65% by weight of carrageenan and at least about 2% by weight of acid insoluble material. The carrageenan products of the present invention preferably have an onset of hydration below about 40° C. and a color of greater than about 74 *L units. The carrageenan products of the present invention are useful as components in food products, such as, dairy products, meats, and dessert gels as well as non-food products, such as, toothpaste formulations, cosmetics, and paints.
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