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Reduction of sorbic acid precipitation by forming microemulsion

US8697163B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2011
Grant dateApr 15, 2014
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23L2/70
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for reducing sorbic acid precipitation during manufacture and storage of stable preserved syrup. A microemulsion of a sorbic acid compound, a non-aqueous solvent, and a surfactant is made in water. Syrup ingredients are added to a bulk quantity of liquid, and the microemulsion is added to the liquid.

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