Advanced Stevia Glycoside Composition Innovation
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a process for preparing stevia glycoside compositions, but it did not address the specific needs of niche markets. The present invention adapts the original process to provide tailored solutions for these unique environments, addressing the limitations of the original patent in terms of versatility and applicability.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious adaptations of the original process to address the specific needs of niche markets, including disaster relief, high-security facilities, extreme weather conditions, and areas with limited access to fresh produce. The inventive step lies in the tailored formulation of stevia extracts to meet the unique requirements of each application, which is not obvious from the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include variations in the formulation of stevia extracts to address additional niche markets, such as specialized dietary needs or unique environmental conditions. These variations could involve modifications to the original process, such as adjusting the concentration of steviol glycosides or incorporating additional ingredients to enhance the functionality of the extracts.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including disaster relief, military supplies, and specialty food products. The market for these niche applications is substantial, with growing demand for tailored solutions that address specific needs and challenges.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A23 | A23L2/60 |
| A | A01 | A01H4/005 |
| A | A01 | A01H4/008 |
| A | A01 | A01H5/12 |
| A | A01 | A01H6/1488 |
| A | A21 | A21D2/181 |
| A | A21 | A21D2/36 |
| A | A21 | A21D13/062 |
| A | A23 | A23C9/1307 |
| A | A23 | A23G3/36 |
| A | A23 | A23G4/06 |
| A | A23 | A23L2/52 |
| A | A23 | A23L2/54 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/36 |
| A | A23 | A23L33/105 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/9789 |
| A | A61 | A61Q1/00 |
| A | A61 | A61Q11/00 |
| C | C07 | C07H1/08 |
| C | C07 | C07H15/24 |
| C | C07 | C07H15/256 |
| C | C12 | C12N15/8282 |
| A | A23 | A23G3/42 |
| A | A23 | A23G4/10 |
| A | A23 | A23V2002/00 |
| A | A23 | A23V2250/262 |
| A | A61 | A61K36/00 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Food Science and Agricultural Biotechnology, specifically focused on high-intensity sweetener extraction and modification techniques, with expertise in plant breeding, extraction processes, and food product formulation
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degrees in food science, agricultural engineering, or biotechnology, possessing practical experience in plant extraction techniques, sweetener development, and food product optimization, familiar with stevia glycoside processing and nutritional engineering
Obviousness Rationale
A person skilled in the art would recognize that the disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core stevia extraction technology, applying standard food science techniques to adapt the base steviol glycoside composition for specialized nutritional and environmental contexts. The modifications represent routine engineering adaptations that leverage the fundamental extraction process disclosed in the original patent. These variations demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches within food science and nutritional product development.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,972 |
|---|---|
| Title | Stevia extracts |
| Assignee(s) | THE COCA-COLA COMPANY, PURECIRCLE SDN BHD |