Seed oil refinement
US9677028B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 10, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC11B3/02
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods for refining crude tobacco seed oils and the refined tobacco seed oils produced by such methods are provided herein. In particular, methods for reducing the amount of free fatty acids in the crude oil, for modifying the color of the crude oil, and for reducing any undesirable taste/odor associated with the crude oil are provided. The present invention further relates to the incorporation and use of such refined oil within various products.
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