Stevia Glycoside Innovation: Next-Gen Sweetener Technology
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a process for preparing highly soluble individual or combined sweet glycosides from a Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni plant extract. However, the original patent did not contemplate the use of this technology in emerging industries. The present invention addresses the limitations of the original patent by applying the core technology to new fields, providing innovative solutions for flavor enhancement, sugar reduction, and therapeutic applications.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of the present invention lies in the unexpected application of the highly soluble stevia sweetener in emerging industries, which was not contemplated by the original patent. The inventive step resides in the recognition of the stevia sweetener's potential to address specific problems in these industries, such as flavor enhancement, sugar reduction, and therapeutic applications.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention may include the use of different solvents, sweetener concentrations, or combination with other natural sweeteners. Variations of the invention may also include the use of the stevia sweetener in other industries, such as cosmetics, personal care products, or veterinary applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present invention has significant commercial potential in emerging industries, including plant-based meat alternatives, reduced-calorie beverages, pharmaceuticals, baked goods, and sugar-free ice cream. The market for these industries is growing rapidly, driven by consumer demand for healthier, more sustainable products. The invention's ability to provide innovative solutions for flavor enhancement, sugar reduction, and therapeutic applications positions it for significant market share and revenue growth.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A23 | A23L27/33 |
| A | A23 | A23G3/36 |
| A | A23 | A23G9/32 |
| A | A23 | A23L2/60 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/00 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/10 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/11 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/12 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/30 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/31 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/34 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/35 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/36 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/37 |
| A | A23 | A23L33/21 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/602 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/9789 |
| A | A61 | A61K36/28 |
| A | A61 | A61Q19/00 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/21 |
| A | A23 | A23V2002/00 |
| A | A61 | A61K2800/10 |
| A | A61 | A61K2800/92 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Food Science and Biotechnology, specifically focused on natural sweetener extraction, modification, and application in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degree in food science, biotechnology, or chemical engineering, experienced in natural product extraction, sweetener formulation, and cross-industry product development
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the highly soluble stevia sweetener disclosed in the source patent provides a versatile platform for application across multiple industries. The fundamental chemical properties of the soluble Rebaudioside A enable predictable modifications and extensions into diverse product categories. The PTD's variations represent logical, foreseeable adaptations of the core sweetener technology using standard formulation techniques.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,974 |
|---|---|
| Title | Highly soluble stevia sweetener |
| Assignee(s) | PURECIRCLE SDN BHD |