Patents by Inventor Minmin Tian

Minmin Tian has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20230145271
    Abstract: Color indicating chewing gum compositions comprising one or more color compounds are provided. The compositions demonstrate a visual color or shade change from start of chewing to the end of chewing and provide oral health benefits. Meth -ods of producing a color changing chewing gum are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2023
    Publication date: May 11, 2023
    Inventors: Lilian RAMIREZ, Penny MARTIN, Minmin TIAN
  • Patent number: 11553723
    Abstract: Color indicating chewing gum compositions comprising one or more color compounds are provided. The compositions demonstrate a visual color or shade change from start of chewing to the end of chewing and provide oral health benefits. Methods of producing a color changing chewing gum are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2023
    Inventors: Lilian Ramirez, Penny Martin, Minmin Tian
  • Patent number: 11382347
    Abstract: Natural cooling formulations which include one or more natural cooling compounds and are suitable for use in consumer products are provided. Natural cooling compounds include natural isopulegol, natural menthyl lactate, natural menthyl succinate, natural menthol and combinations thereof. The disclosed formulations provide enhanced cooling attributes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2022
    Assignee: WM. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY
    Inventors: Sonya Johnson, Minmin Tian, Eric Dowd, Gloria Sheldon
  • Patent number: 11071710
    Abstract: Breath freshening formulations comprising licorice extract and menthol are provided. The breath freshening formulations can provide breath freshening in a confectionary product, through the synergy between licorice extract and menthol. Methods of reducing sulfurous compounds over time via a chewy confectionary product are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2021
    Assignee: WM. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY
    Inventors: Lisa Tran, Lilian Ramirez, Barbara Stawski, Minmin Tian
  • Publication number: 20210051974
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to confectionery products, such as compressed mint tablets, that comprise menthol and eucalyptol. In certain embodiments, the menthol is encapsulated. The confectionery products deliver a strong initial cooling impact, and have extended storage stability in high humidity environments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2019
    Publication date: February 25, 2021
    Inventors: Minmin TIAN, Armando J. CASTRO, Eric J. DOWD, Rachel ZHAO
  • Publication number: 20200306173
    Abstract: Breath freshening formulations comprising licorice extract and menthol are provided. The breath freshening formulations can provide breath freshening in a confectionary product, through the synergy between licorice extract and menthol. Methods of reducing sulfurous compounds over time via a chewy confectionary product are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2018
    Publication date: October 1, 2020
    Inventors: Lisa TRAN, Lilian RAMIREZ, Barbara STAWSKI, Minmin TIAN
  • Patent number: 10543155
    Abstract: Combinations of a zinc salt and an isothiocyanate are provided, and more particularly to a consumer acceptable oral composition containing such combination which is effective in the reduction of volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2020
    Assignee: WM. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY
    Inventors: Minmin Tian, Bryan Hanley, Michael Dodds
  • Patent number: 10485746
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to oral compositions and methods for oral cleansing and reducing salivary bacteria, and more particularly, to oral compositions comprising a combination of magnolia bark extract (MBE) and L-arginine, N?-lauroyl ethyl ester (LAE). The oral compositions are useful for improving oral health, including freshening breath and reducing total salivary bacteria.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2019
    Assignee: W.M. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY
    Inventors: Michael W. Dodds, Minmin Tian, Taichi Inui, Lilian Ramirez
  • Publication number: 20190289874
    Abstract: Stain prevention oral products comprising one or more stain prevention compounds are provided. The oral products provide stain prevention and stain reduction benefits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2017
    Publication date: September 26, 2019
    Inventors: Minmin TIAN, Michael DODDS, Eric DOWD, Holly KNUTSEN, Amy MO, Lilian RAMIREZ
  • Publication number: 20190216115
    Abstract: Flavor compositions containing mint leaves are provided. The flavor compositions further include a mint flavor, such as oils and extracts containing menthol. The flavor compositions can be used in confectionery products, such as chewing gums. Specifically, flavor compositions are provided that include mint flavor and mint leaves, and which can be stable against microbial growth and have enhanced color and flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2017
    Publication date: July 18, 2019
    Inventors: Sonya JOHNSON, Shanna DABSON, Lisa TRAN, Minmin TIAN
  • Patent number: 10265367
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to oral compositions and methods for inhibiting the formation of plaque biofilm by salivary bacteria, and more particularly, to oral compositions comprising a combination of magnolia bark extract (MBE) and L-arginine, N?-lauroyl ethyl ester (LAE). The oral compositions are useful for improving oral health, including inhibiting the formation of plaque biofilm by salivary bacteria and reducing plaque adherence to teeth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: WM. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY
    Inventors: Michael W. Dodds, Minmin Tian, Taichi Inui, Lilian Ramirez, Marcelo B. Aspiras
  • Publication number: 20190037896
    Abstract: The present application discloses long-lasting cooling formulations which comprise at least one cooling agent and are suitable for use in confectionery products. In certain, non-limiting embodiments of the disclosed formulations, the cooling agent is WS-30 (glycerol ester of p-menthane-3-carboxylic acid) In certain embodiments, the disclosed formulations provide enhanced cooling attributes for mints and chewing gum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2016
    Publication date: February 7, 2019
    Applicant: WM. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY
    Inventors: Sonya JOHNSON, Gloria SHELDON, Minmin TIAN
  • Publication number: 20180360068
    Abstract: Color indicating chewing gum compositions comprising one or more color compounds are provided. The compositions demonstrate a visual color or shade change from start of chewing to the end of chewing and provide oral health benefits. Methods of producing a color changing chewing gum are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 20, 2018
    Inventors: Lilian RAMIREZ, Penny MARTIN, Minmin TIAN
  • Publication number: 20180310600
    Abstract: Natural cooling formulations which include one or more natural cooling compounds and are suitable for use in consumer products are provided. Natural cooling compounds include natural isopulegol, natural menthyl lactate, natural menthyl succinate, natural menthol and combinations thereof. The disclosed formulations provide enhanced cooling attributes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2016
    Publication date: November 1, 2018
    Inventors: Sonya JOHNSON, Minmin TIAN, Eric DOWD, Gloria SHELDON
  • Publication number: 20180256467
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to oral compositions and methods for oral cleansing and reducing salivary bacteria, and more particularly, to oral compositions comprising a combination of magnolia bark extract (MBE) and L-arginine, N?-lauroyl ethyl ester (LAE). The oral compositions are useful for improving oral health, including freshening breath and reducing total salivary bacteria.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: September 13, 2018
    Inventors: Michael W. DODDS, Minmin TIAN, Taichi INUI, Lilian RAMIREZ
  • Publication number: 20180243359
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to oral compositions and methods for inhibiting the formation of plaque biofilm by salivary bacteria, and more particularly, to oral compositions comprising a combination of magnolia bark extract (MBE) and L-arginine, N?-lauroyl ethyl ester (LAE). The oral compositions are useful for improving oral health, including inhibiting the formation of plaque biofilm by salivary bacteria and reducing plaque adherence to teeth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: August 30, 2018
    Inventors: Michael W. DODDS, Minmin TIAN, Taichi INUI, Lilian RAMIREZ, Marcelo B. ASPIRAS
  • Publication number: 20180184680
    Abstract: The present application discloses long-lasting cooling formulations which comprise at least one cooling agent and are suitable for use in confectionery products. In certain, non-limiting embodiments of the disclosed formulations, the cooling agent is N,2,3-Trimethyl-2-isopropylbutamide (WS-23), (1R,2S,5R)-N-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanecarboxamide (WS-12), N-(Ethoxycarbonylmethyl)-3-p-menthanecarboxamide (WS-5), or mixtures thereof. In certain embodiments, the disclosed formulations provide enhanced cooling attributes for mints and chewing gum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2016
    Publication date: July 5, 2018
    Inventors: Minmin TIAN, Lisa TRAN, Armando CASTRO, Sonya JOHNSON, Olivier LESCOP
  • Patent number: 9980502
    Abstract: A chewing gum product containing a cross-linked gelatin matrix gum base and a bulking agent of erythritol, mannitol, or mixtures thereof. The cross-linked gelatin matrix can make up all or a portion of the gum base and still be comparable to that of a traditional elastomeric chewing gum product in its elasticity, cohesiveness, and feel in the mouth. The chewing gum of the present invention is also more environmentally friendly because it can be digestible and partially replace the need for petroleum-derived elastomers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2018
    Assignee: Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company
    Inventors: Xiaoqun Mo, Jingping Liu, Minmin Tian, Julie Hassler, Michael J Greenberg
  • Patent number: 9801919
    Abstract: An oral composition contains an enhanced antibacterial effective amount of an antioxidant and an extract of Magnolia.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2017
    Assignee: WM. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY
    Inventors: Minmin Tian, Michael W. Dodds, Michael J. Greenberg
  • Patent number: 9186348
    Abstract: Oral compositions containing a combination of antioxidants consisting of a water soluble vitamin, a water insoluble vitamin, a tea extract and gallic acid are used to maintain a beneficial amount of such antioxidants in a consumers bloodstream for maintenance and protection of healthy skin. The unique combination of ingredients provides a decrease in oxidative stress when exposed to UVB radiation, thereby promoting healthy skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2015
    Assignee: WM. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY
    Inventors: Minmin Tian, Michael J. Greenberg, Darci C. Chidichimo