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The USPTO has published a patent application titled "Use and Methods of 1,3-Propanediol to Improve Taste and/or Off-Taste Qualities." The inventors propose adding 1,3-propanediol to beverages, foods, confections, and concentrates that contain high concentrations of sweet, bitter, and/or sour additives to enhance taste. The patent application provides specific concentration ranges for the additives and 1,3-propanediol, as well as information on the properties of the biologically-produced 1,3-propanediol. The document also discusses the inclusion of vitamins or "vitamin-like" additives and provides methods for modulating taste impressions. [Extracted from the article] |
