Chewing gum having prolonged sensory benefits
US7025999B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 22, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 21, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23G4/18
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Chewing gums and methods of making same that have prolonged and enhanced sensory benefits are provided. The chewing gums of the present invention include a hydrophobic sweetener, a sensorally active component or trigeminal stimulant, such as a flavor, in addition to other typical chewing gum ingredients. The hydrophobic sweeteners are composed of sweet organic compounds that have a low water solubility.
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