US3863016A
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Process for the preparation of edible fibers with excellent masticability
Assignee: Nisshin Oillio Group Ltd
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Filing: 1972-11-22
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Granted: 1975-01-28
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Expires: 1992-11-22
Abstract
Abstract In a process for the preparation of edible protein fibers an alkali-peptized dope of soybean proteins is extruded through fine holes into a coagulating bath and the spun fibers are neutralized, the spinning is carried out at a low temperature while applying tension. The neutralization of the thus spun fibers is performed by hot water containing a buffer agent or by an alkaline salt slightly soluble or insoluble in water.
Inventors
- 👤 Yasumasa Yamakami
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 03:52
CPC Classifications
A; A23; A23J; A23J3/00; A23J3/22; A23J3/28; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S426/00; Y10S426/802
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
19 words
A process according to claim 1, wherein said alkaline salt which is slightly soluble in water is calcium carbonate.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
29 words
A process according to claim 1 wherein said buffer agent is a member selected from the group consisting of citric acid-sodium citrate, acetic acid-sodium acetate and phosphoric acid-sodium phosphate.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
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| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-01-27 | 1978-07-29 | 1979-01-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-01-27 | 1982-07-29 | 1983-01-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-01-27 | 1986-07-29 | 1987-01-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |