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Method for the production of para-hydroxybenzoate in Pseudomonas mendocina

US6830899B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 3, 1998
Grant dateDec 14, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12P7/42
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A transformed mutant, P. mendocina, is provided containing a DNA fragment that inactivates all pobA genes and encodes the enzyme hydroxybenzoate hydroxylase. Mutants deficient in hydroxybenzoate hydroxylase are useful for the production of para-hydroxybenzoate (PHBA).

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