Flavor-active peptides
US7049298B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 23, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23G2200/10
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention pertains to specific peptides obtainable from cocoa beans and giving rise to a particular and distinct savor when subjected to a Maillard reaction with reducing sugars. In particular, the present invention pertains to the use of one or more of these specific peptides for the preparation of a chocolate flavor, specifically a cocoa and a caramel flavor, a floral or specifically, a bonbon flavor, a bready flavor, a roasted flavor or a meat flavor.
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