Patents by Inventor Robert J. Huzinec
Robert J. Huzinec 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).
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Patent number: 10124020Abstract: A comestible article is disclosed that employs finely ground demulcent particles of a median particle size such that the demulcent is not readily perceived by the human tongue and in which the demulcent granules are not fully hydrated. As a result of the small particle size and lack of being fully hydrated during production, the demulcent particles exhibit faster and greater levels of hydration upon consumption, leading to quicker and more complete relief.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2014Date of Patent: November 13, 2018Assignee: THE HERSHEY COMPANYInventors: Robert J. Huzinec, Gagan Mongia, Mahesh Venkatachalam, Thomas J. Carroll, Jordana Langiotti Swank, Pamela Gesford
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Publication number: 20170119797Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a comestible product comprising xylitol said method comprising: (a) subjecting a composition comprising xylitol in an amount ranging from about 60% to about 100% by weight to extrusion treatment inside an extrusion apparatus under conditions sufficient to form and maintain the xylitol in a slurry and (b) then shaping the extruded slurry and cooling the product to form a solid. The present invention additionally is directed to a product produced therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2017Publication date: May 4, 2017Inventors: Steven M. Kumiega, Thomas J. Carroll, Ashley L. Boldt, Paula M. Gibson, Robert J. Huzinec, Burton Douglas Brown, David M. Stumpf
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Patent number: 9572772Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a comestible product comprising xylitol said method comprising: (a) subjecting a composition comprising xylitol in an amount ranging from about 60% to about 100% by weight to extrusion treatment inside an extrusion apparatus under conditions sufficient to form and maintain the xylitol in a slurry and (b) then shaping the extruded slurry and cooling the product to form a solid. The present invention additionally is directed to a product produced therefrom.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2015Date of Patent: February 21, 2017Assignee: The Hershey CompanyInventors: Steven M. Kumiega, Thomas J. Carroll, Ashley L. Boldt, Paula M. Gibson, Robert J. Huzinec, Burton Douglas Brown, David M. Stumpf
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Publication number: 20160015633Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a comestible product comprising xylitol said method comprising: (a) subjecting a composition comprising xylitol in an amount ranging from about 60% to about 100% by weight to extrusion treatment inside an extrusion apparatus under conditions sufficient to form and maintain the xylitol in a slurry and (b) then shaping the extruded slurry and cooling the product to form a solid. The present invention additionally is directed to a product produced therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2015Publication date: January 21, 2016Inventors: Steven M. Kumiega, Thomas J. Carroll, Ashley L. Boldt, Paula M. Gibson, Robert J. Huzinec, Burton Douglas Brown, David M. Stumpf
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Publication number: 20150342983Abstract: A comestible article is disclosed that employs finely ground demulcent particles of a median particle size such that the demulcent is not readily perceived by the human tongue and in which the demulcent granules are not fully hydrated. As a result of the small particle size and lack of being fully hydrated during production, the demulcent particles exhibit faster and greater levels of hydration upon consumption, leading to quicker and more complete relief.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 17, 2014Publication date: December 3, 2015Inventors: Robert J. HUZINEC, Gagan MONGIA, Mahesh VENKATACHALAM, Thomas J. CARROLL, Jordana LANGIOTTI SWANK, Pamela GESFORD
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Patent number: 9179695Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a comestible product comprising xylitol said method comprising: (a) subjecting a composition comprising xylitol in an amount ranging from about 60% to about 100% by weight to extrusion treatment inside an extrusion apparatus under conditions sufficient to form and maintain the xylitol in a slurry and (b) then shaping the extruded slurry and cooling the product to form a solid. The present invention additionally is directed to a product produced therefrom.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2010Date of Patent: November 10, 2015Assignee: Hershey Foods CorporationInventors: Steven M. Kumiega, Thomas J. Carroll, Ashley L. Boldt, Paula M. Gibson, Robert J. Huzinec, Burton Douglas Brown, David M. Stumpf
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Publication number: 20140302203Abstract: The invention provides, in one aspect, a method of making a confectionery packet or sachet formed with an edible film and enclosing a center composition. The packet or sachet can be designed to be placed in the mouth, where the film dissolves and the center composition is released. In preferred embodiments, the center composition comprises a sugar alcohol, such as xylitol, that creates a cooling sensation. Many other flavors and/or colors or sensates can also be used in the center composition, and some embodiments include breath-freshening, anti-bacterial, nutriceutical, or pharmaceutical compositions in the center composition. The invention also comprises the edible packets or sachets, especially those composed of film with a desired retained water level suitable for producing a self-sealing film and/or an edible film packet that is stable at room temperature for at least six to twelve months.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2014Publication date: October 9, 2014Inventors: Thomas J. CARROLL, Steven Kumiega, Brian J. Paul, Robert J. Huzinec, Philip C. Ward, Mary Ellen Kline
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Publication number: 20120157416Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a comestible product comprising xylitol said method comprising: (a) subjecting a composition comprising xylitol in an amount ranging from about 60% to about 100% by weight to extrusion treatment inside an extrusion apparatus under conditions sufficient to form and maintain the xylitol in a slurry and (b) then shaping the extruded slurry and cooling the product to form a solid. The present invention additionally is directed to a product produced therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2010Publication date: June 21, 2012Applicant: HERSHEY FOODS CORPORATIONInventors: Steven M. Kumiega, Thomas J. Carroll, Ashley L. Boldt, Paula M. Gibson, Robert J. Huzinec, Burton Douglas Brown, David M. Stumpf
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Patent number: 8128975Abstract: A confectionary comprising a solid shaped confectionary composition sanded with a sugar alcohol having a negative heat of solution and a method of mixing same. The method involves coating solid pieces of confectionary composition with a wetting syrup and sanding the wetted pieces with sugar alcohol crystals. The confectionary is characterized by intense initial cooling and flavor release.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2006Date of Patent: March 6, 2012Assignee: Hershey Foods CorporationInventors: Robert J. Huzinec, Thomas J. Carroll
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Patent number: 8124145Abstract: A chewing gum comprising a solid shaped chewing gum composition sanded with a sugar alcohol having a negative heat of solution and a method of mixing same. The method involves coating solid pieces of chewing gum composition with a wetting syrup and sanding the wetted pieces with sugar alcohol crystals. The chewing gum is characterized by intense initial cooling and flavor release.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2006Date of Patent: February 28, 2012Assignee: The Hershey CompanyInventors: Thomas J. Carroll, Robert J. Huzinec, Christopher A. Bennett, Justin E. May, Tesfalidet Halie
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Publication number: 20090123502Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multi-layered chewing gum, comprising alternative layers of a chewing gum region comprising a chewing gum composition containing a gum base and a fondant, each layer being separate and discrete and co-extensive, said multilayered chewing gum comprised of at least three layers, wherein the outer layers are comprised of said chewing gum composition, and the fondant layer is sandwiched between the layers comprised of a chewing gum region, said fondant comprised of a first component selected from tastant, a flavor, a sensate and a functional agent and the gum region being comprised of a second component selected from tastant flavor, sensate and a functionality, said first component being distinct from said second component.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2008Publication date: May 14, 2009Applicant: The Hershey CompanyInventors: Steven M. Kumiega, Thomas J. Carroll, Todd David Wickenheisser, Mary Ellen Kline, Robert J. Huzinec
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Patent number: 6511679Abstract: A comestible product which includes inulin, a second component and a divalent zinc or copper. When the comestible product is a tablet, a pressed tablet, a lozenge, a hard candy or a chewy candy, the second component is a formentable carbohydrate which may, optionally, include a polyol. When the comestible product is a chewing gum the second component is a polyol, a formentable carbohydrate or mixtures thereof. The comestible product is useful in controlling breath malodor.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2001Date of Patent: January 28, 2003Assignee: Hershey Chocolate and Confectionary CorporationInventors: Ronald D'Amelia, Joseph Bell, Walter Hopkins, Saul Scheinbach, Jack Homcy, Martin Cole, Robert J. Huzinec, Judith K. Cooley, Thomas J. Carroll
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Publication number: 20020076433Abstract: A comestible product which includes inulin, a second component and a divalent zinc or copper. When the comestible product is a tablet, a pressed tablet, a lozenge, a hard candy or a chewy candy, the second component is a formentable carbohydrate which may, optionally, include a polyol. When the comestible product is a chewing gum the second component is a polyol, a formentable carbohydrate or mixtures thereof. The comestible product is useful in controlling breath malodor.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 6, 2001Publication date: June 20, 2002Applicant: Hershey Chocolate and Confectionary Corporation,Inventors: Ronald D'Amelia, Joseph Bell, Walter Hopkins, Saul Scheinbach, Jack Homcy, Martin Cole, Robert J. Huzinec, Judith K. Cooley, Thomas J. Carroll
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Patent number: 5912030Abstract: The present invention provides a comestible product having extended release of additives wherein the additives are mixed with a carrier containing from about 10 wt. % to about 100 wt. % of a microcrystalline material, the microcrystalline material having a particle size ranging from about 0.1 .mu.m to about 100 .mu.m. Additives which may be mixed with the microcrystalline carrier are flavors, sweeteners, vitamins, pharmaceuticals, minerals, colors, acids, and mixtures thereof. Examples of carriers are microcrystalline cellulose, zeolites, carbon black, and mixtures thereof. Examples of comestible products in which the additive/carrier blend may be used are chewing gum, bubble gum, instant beverages, and frozen desserts.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 1997Date of Patent: June 15, 1999Assignee: Leaf Inc.Inventors: Robert J. Huzinec, Thomas R. Kearns, Terry L. Schindeldecker
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Patent number: 4867989Abstract: A chewable mineral supplement which comprises: a chewing gum composition coated with an outer shell containing layers of a mineral compound and a coating syrup and wherein the mineral compound has an average a particle size of about 5 to about 75 microns to impart good "mouthfeel" to the chewable mineral supplement.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 1986Date of Patent: September 19, 1989Assignee: Warner-Lambert CompanyInventors: Jose N. Silva, Jose F. Zamudio-Tena, Robert J. Huzinec
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Patent number: 4786511Abstract: The invention provides a method for coating comestibles such as chewing gum and candy with sugarless and sugar coatings from aqueous syrups containing a sweetener, gum arabic and a calcium salt, preferably calcium chloride, which coatings are smooth and non-flaky and crunchy when chewed.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 1987Date of Patent: November 22, 1988Assignee: Warner-Lambert CompanyInventors: Robert J. Huzinec, Allan H. Graff
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Patent number: 4681766Abstract: The invention provides a method for coating comestibles such as chewing gum and candy with sugarless and sugar coatings from aqueous syrups containing a sweetener, gum arabic and a calcium salt, preferably calcium chloride, which coatings are smooth and non-flaky and crunchy when chewed.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 1986Date of Patent: July 21, 1987Assignee: Warner-Lambert CompanyInventors: Robert J. Huzinec, Allan H. Graff
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Patent number: 4485118Abstract: A gum composition and method for making the same is disclosed which contains a sequentially releasable plural flavor system comprised of different flavors. One of the flavors is encapsulated within a water-insoluble coating. A separate liquid flavor is introduced individually and is available for immediate release.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 1983Date of Patent: November 27, 1984Assignee: Warner-Lambert CompanyInventors: Thomas J. Carroll, Deborah Feinerman, Robert J. Huzinec, Dominic J. Piccolo
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Patent number: D271534Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 1980Date of Patent: November 29, 1983Assignee: Warner-Lambert CompanyInventor: Robert J. Huzinec
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Patent number: D271535Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 1980Date of Patent: November 29, 1983Assignee: Warner-Lambert Co.Inventor: Robert J. Huzinec