Advanced Umami Flavor Enhancer for Next-Gen Food Tech

Publication ID: 24-11856973_0002_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Umami Flavor Enhancer for Next-Gen Food Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856973_0002_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856973_0002_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. 11,856,973.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed an instant soup stock solid seasoning and its manufacturing method. However, the seasoning's umami flavor potential was limited to traditional food products. This invention addresses the need for versatile, high-umami flavor enhancers in emerging industries, where consumer demand for flavorful and nutritious products is growing.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The inventive step lies in recognizing the instant soup stock solid seasoning's potential beyond traditional food products and adapting it to address specific challenges and opportunities in new industries. The novelty resides in the unexpected combination of the seasoning with various base materials, resulting in innovative products with enhanced flavor profiles.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include modifying the seasoning's composition to accommodate specific industry requirements or exploring additional applications, such as in pharmaceuticals or cosmetics. Variations may involve adjusting the seasoning's umami level, incorporating other flavor enhancers, or using different manufacturing processes to create distinct flavor profiles.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This invention has significant commercial potential in the growing markets of plant-based meat alternatives, healthy snack foods, premium infant formula, gourmet pet food, and specialty gourmet products. The technology's versatility and adaptability make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to differentiate their products and meet evolving consumer demands.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A23 A23L23/10
A A23 A23L5/34
A A23 A23L5/51
A A23 A23L5/55
A A23 A23L13/10
A A23 A23L13/52
A A23 A23L27/10
A A23 A23L27/88
A A23 A23P30/10
A A23 A23V2002/00

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,973
TitleInstant soup stock solid seasoning and method for manufacturing same
Assignee(s)Ariake Japan Co., Ltd.