Advanced Microbial Oil Purification Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856952_0001_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Microbial Oil Purification Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856952_0001_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856952_0001_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,856,952.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a microbial oil composition with high contents of arachidonic acid (ARA) and Mead acid. However, the production and purification process of the microbial oil had limitations, such as low yields and inefficient purification methods. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing a novel rectification column with optimized temperature and pressure conditions, enabling real-time monitoring and control of the purification process.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in the combination of the rectification column with optimized temperature and pressure conditions, and the real-time monitoring and control of the purification process. This invention provides a significant improvement over the original patent by enhancing the yield and quality of the microbial oil, while improving the efficiency and safety of the process.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include different types of purification columns, such as packed columns or tray columns, and varying temperature and pressure conditions. Additionally, the invention may be adapted for use with different types of microorganisms or starting oils.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries, where high-quality microbial oil is in high demand. The improved yield and quality of the microbial oil, combined with the enhanced efficiency and safety of the process, make this invention an attractive solution for companies seeking to produce high-value products.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01N37/06
A A23 A23D9/013
A A23 A23D9/02
A A23 A23K20/158
A A23 A23L33/115
A A61 A61K8/361
A A61 A61K8/9706
A A61 A61K8/9728
A A61 A61K8/99
A A61 A61K31/202
A A61 A61K36/06
A A61 A61Q19/00
C C11 C11B1/025
C C11 C11B3/10
C C11 C11B3/12
C C11 C11C1/005
C C11 C11C3/10
C C12 C12N1/28
C C12 C12P7/6427
C C12 C12P7/6436
C C12 C12P7/6463

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,952
TitleMicrobial oil, production method for microbial oil, concentrated microbial oil, and production method for concentrated microbial oil
Assignee(s)NIPPON SUISAN KAISHA, LTD.