Corbion: EU Patent for Corbion Powdered Vinegar is Reaffirmed


Innovation continues to help manufacturers respond to demand for foods made with familiar ingredients.

 

The European Patent Office has reaffirmed the patented status of Corbion's unique vinegar powder, originally granted in 2016 to cover its composition, production process, and intended use in meat, seafood, RTE foods, sauces and dressings, baked goods and other foods. As an increasing number of people focus on the content and origins of the foods they eat, manufacturers are looking to solve their formulation challenges using ingredients familiar and understandable to consumers instead of artificial agents. Vinegar is highly familiar to consumers as a "kitchen cupboard" ingredient, and as a rich source of acetic acid, it is well-known as an inhibitor of microbes and pathogens in addition to being a flavor enhancer. Liquid vinegar may be the best-known source, but isn't a viable choice for all food applications.

 

Corbion's patented process results in a powdered vinegar with 5% free acidity, complying with the EU code of practice for vinegar. This solution provides food manufacturers a product with an optimized particle size that allows outstanding stability over time. The company developed powdered vinegars for use in food to help manufacturers meet consumer demand for more natural, safe and appealing products. Equivalent patent applications are pending in the U.S., Canada and Brazil.

 

"The confirmation of our EU patent and the industry's response to this technology attest to the unique value Corbion delivers through sustainable, science-backed innovation," says David Charest, Vice President - Meat Industry. "We believe that, by continuing to explore and develop the potential of natural processes and mechanisms, we will increase the impact of vinegar in the food industry and expand what's possible through natural solutions."

 

The European Patent number is EP 2880146 B1. The U.S. Published Application number is US 2015/0225683 A1, and is based on a 2012 provisional filing. The Canadian Published Application number is CA 2880180 A1 and the Brazilian Published Application number is BR112015002208A2.

 

To learn more about Corbion's powdered vinegar solutions, visit www.corbion.com/vinegar.

 

For more information, please contact:  

 

Press

Stephanie Carlson, Global Marketing Communications Manager, Meat

+1 (913) 890 5446, Stephanie.carlson@corbion.com

 

Analysts and investors :

Jeroen van Harten, Director Investor Relations

+31 (0)20 590 6293, +31(0)6 21 577 086

 

Background information:

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid, lactic acid derivatives, and a leading company in emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins and algae ingredients. We develop sustainable ingredient solutions to improve the quality of life for people today and for future generations. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2018, Corbion generated annual sales of € 897.2 million and had a workforce of 2,040 FTE. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.  For more information: www.corbion.com


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Powdered Vinegar EU Patent Reaffirmed 6.3.19