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Emulsifying agent

US8168618B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 18, 2007
Grant dateMay 1, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 26, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K23/16
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention has its object to provide a novel emulsifier which is obtainable from an edible yeast and is highly safe and shows by itself a high level of emulsifying property and high emulsion stability; a water-soluble composition containing a liposoluble substance, together with the emulsifier; and methods of producing these. The present invention includes: an emulsifier which comprises, as an active ingredient, a carbohydrate- and protein-based complex derived from a culture fluid obtained by cultivating an edible yeast; a water-soluble composition which comprises an emulsifier and a liposoluble substance; and a method of producing the emulsifier and the water-soluble composition.

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