Molecularly imprinted polymers selective for tobacco specific nitrosamines and methods of using the same
US8733369B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 26, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08F222/104
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A class of molecularly imprinted polymers that specifically recognizes and binds to TSNAs are useful, for example, in analysis and separation of TSNAs from biological fluids. Such polymers are also useful in methods of treating and manufacturing tobacco products and materials.
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