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Whey Preparation Obtained By Cavitation And Uses Thereof - EP3344054
The patent EP3344054 was granted to Valio on Feb 12, 2025. The application was filed on Aug 31, 2016 under application number EP16766332A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".
EP3344054
- Application Number
- EP16766332A
- Filing Date
- Aug 31, 2016
- Status
- Granted And Under Opposition
- Jan 10, 2025
- Publication Date
- Feb 12, 2025
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Patent Summary
A process for microparticulating ideal whey protein by cavitation, comprising providing an ideal whey protein preparation, preheating the preparation, and subjecting it to cavitation using a cavitator. The cavitated microparticulated ideal whey protein preparation has a creamy and thick texture, and can be used as a fat substitute in dairy products. The preparation contains denatured β-lactoglobulin with a denaturation level of 90-95%, and has a particle size of 1-200 µm. The preparation can be used in the manufacture of acidified dairy products, such as yogurt, and can be added to the acidified mass during the manufacturing process.
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