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Selective modification of plant fatty acids

US6737564B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 25, 2001
Grant dateMay 18, 2004
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Expiry dateOct 22, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/8247
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

In various embodiments, the invention provides for the use of an ADS1 or ADS2 &Dgr;9 fatty acid desaturase to selectively increase the relative proportion of oleic acid in the fatty acid of a plant part, such as in the oil of a mature seed. In some embodiments, the proportion of oleic acid may be increased preferentially, without a corresponding or proportional increase in palmitoleic acid.

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