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Compositions and methods for fumonisin detoxification

US6538177B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 1999
Grant dateMar 25, 2003
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/8242
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Compositions and methods for the complete detoxification of fumonisin and fumonisin degradation products are provided. Particularly, nucleotide sequences corresponding to the detoxification enzymes are provided. The sequences find use in preparing expression cassettes for the transformation of a broad variety of host cells and organisms.

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