General Mills has patented a cheese composition with specific ingredients like casein protein, fiber, modified starch, and fat. The composition includes interesterified fat, casein protein, emulsifying salt, and water in specific proportions. GlobalData’s report on General Mills gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on General Mills, Filled confectionary manufacturing was a key innovation area identified from patents. General Mills's grant share as of January 2024 was 72%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Low-fat cheese composition with specific fat content and melting point
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11839223B2) discloses a unique cheese composition that includes interesterified fat, casein protein, emulsifying salt, and water. The interesterified fat in the composition has specific Solid Fat Content values at different temperatures, a melting point range of 120 to 145° F, and contains no more than 5% trans-fat. Additionally, the composition may include non-casein protein, starch, non-pregelatinized modified starch, and fiber, with specific requirements for viscosity and particle size.
Furthermore, the patented cheese composition exhibits specific characteristics such as a Melt Test Value greater than or equal to 3.5, a Stretch Test Value of at least 15 inches, and a Crumble Test Value in the range from 1.0 to 2.5. The composition may also be devoid of starch and can include interesterified fat derived from soybean oil and hydrogenated soybean oil. These unique features and specific requirements set this cheese composition apart from traditional cheese products, offering a novel alternative for consumers looking for specific texture and nutritional attributes in their cheese products.
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