Senomyx granted US patent for taste blockers

摘要

Senomyx, which employs biotechnological tools for discovery and development of novel flavor ingredients for the food, beverage, and ingredient supply industries, reported that it has been granted US Patent No. 7,939,671, which includes composition-of-matter claims for a family of Senomyx's bitter blockers and their use in all forms of foods and beverages, as well as in medicaments and other products. The patent was issued on May 10, 2011, and will be in force until January 17, 2029.