Ferric fortification system
US6998143B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2000 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23L33/165
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An iron fortification complex which may be used to fortify foods and beverages with iron. The complex is formed of ferric ions and caseinate. The complex is sufficiently stable as to be suitable for use in retorted products. However, despite the stability, the iron in the complexes has substantially the same bioavailability as ferrous sulfate.
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