Abstract: Stain-removing oral compositions, such as gum compositions are herein provided. The compositions include a chelating agent and a surfactant. The surfactant includes a fatty acid salt and at least one component selected from nonionic and anionic surfactants. The fatty acid salt may have at least one hydroxyl functionality. The oral compositions may optionally include an abrasive agent.

Abstract: A package assembly for a multi-layer center-filled chewing gum is disclosed. The package assembly supports individual gum pieces that have a center surrounded by a gum region. The gum region may include a gum base. Optionally, the individual gum pieces may be further coated with an external coating layer. Components of the individual gum pieces create a duality, such as a dual sensation perception, that are identified by indicia on the package.

Abstract: The present invention relates to oral delivery systems, such as confectionery and chewing gum compositions, and methods for imparting the perception of nasal clearing to a user. In particular, the present invention includes confectionery and chewing gum compositions including a compound selected from 4-pentenyl isothiocyanate, 5-hexenyl isothiocyanate, 3-butenyl isothiocyanate, 3-methylthiopropyl isothiocyanate, and any combinations thereof and methods. The delivery systems promote the perception of nasal clearing in the user.

Abstract: The present invention provides gum base compositions and chewing gum compositions having non stick or reduced-stick properties and/or increased degradability. The compositions include a terpolymer of methylvinyl ether, maleic anhydride and maleic acid, which provide increased degradability. Methods of preparing the gum base and chewing gum compositions, as well as methods of use, are provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and comestibles that include a non-aldehyde cinnamon flavor composition. The composition includes cinnamic aldehyde ethylene glycol acetal, and at least one non-aldehyde cinnamyl compound. In a preferred embodiment, the flavor composition includes a high intensity sweetener.

Abstract: The present invention relates to confectionery compositions including cooked saccharide including polyols such as maltitol, erythritol, and isomalt, and a chewing gum base.

Abstract: The present invention relates to confectionery compositions including cooked saccharide, elastomeric component, and a functional ingredient.

Abstract: A package including a package body having closed ends, at least one of the closed ends being openable. A reclosable member including a band disposed on the package body, the band being adjacent to and encircling the openable closed end. The reclosable member maintains the at least one of the openable end in a closed condition after opening thereof. The openable end is selectively and repeatedly openable and reclosable upon manipulation of the package body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the confectionery compositions including a saccharide and a chewing gum base.

Abstract: The present invention relates to confectionery compositions including cooked saccharide including isomalt, an elastomeric component, and multiple encapsulation component including at least sucralose.

Abstract: A composition in the form of a chewing gum composition or a confectionery composition containing a stain removing complex of a stain removing agent and a cyclodextrin compound and methods of preparing and using the same to remove stains from dental material including teeth.

Abstract: The present invention provides gum base compositions and chewing gum compositions having non stick or reduced-stick properties and/or increased degradability. Methods of preparing the gum base and chewing gum compositions, as well as methods of use, are provided.

Abstract: Method and system for continuously producing pieces of liquid-filled gum material. An extruded rope of liquid-filed gum is sized and separated into individual pieces of gum. A rotating drum mechanism having a die ring and cutter ring with mating die members separate the rope of gum material into individual pieces. Pairs of cam-operated plunger members compress and form the pieces of gum material in the die cavities. Angled grooves in the die members prevent portions of the gum pieces from being chipped-off during formation. Guide pin members are positioned between rider members on the plunger members. A feed chute with air assist transfers the gum rope from a sizing table to the rotating drum mechanism. A stripper member insures that the formed pieces of gum material are removed from the drum mechanism. Portions of the drum mechanism can be selective heated and cooled, or not cooled at all. The invention provides a more efficient system for continuous, high production operation.

Abstract: The present application relates to compositions for dusting chewing gum products and chewing gum products incorporating same. The dusting compositions have a managed release profile. The compositions generally include a dusting component, which is at least partially encapsulated with an encapsulating material. The compositions also may include an unencapsulated dusting component. The present invention also includes dusted chewing gum products, such as center-fill, compressed or candy gum, and methods of making same.

Abstract: The present invention includes gum base compositions and/or chewing gum compositions that impart a perceptible creaminess upon consumption. The gum base and/or chewing gum compositions include an elastomer, a gum resin or ester thereof and a low-melting pointing fat. In some embodiments, the gum base and/or chewing gum compositions may contain sufficient that to provide a creamy and/or juicy perception during consumption. In some embodiments, the gum base and/or chewing gum compositions may maintain sufficient fat to retain cohesive integrity during consumption. Also included are chewing gum products employing the gum base and/or chewing gum compositions, as well as methods of preparing and using same.

Abstract: A three-phase center-filled gum or bubble gum candy lollipop product. An extruded gum or bubble gum material has a semi-liquid center-fill material added to it in a batch forming mechanism simultaneously with the formation of an exterior candy shell. The three-phase rope of material is formed into lollipop candy members in a forming machine and lollipop sticks are inserted into them. The formed lollipop products are then cooled, tumbled and prepared for further processing.

Abstract: A package assembly includes individual elongate consumable products. The package assembly includes a plurality of products arranged in a side-by-side array. The package housing supports the array of products. The package housing includes a back wall and a foldable front wall. The front wall includes an adhesive location therealong for releaseably adhesively retaining the array of products in the package housing.