Patents Assigned to Delft Pharma International
  • Banana peel extract composition and method for extraction
    Patent number: 5989559
    Abstract: An extract composition derived from the peel of a banana and the method for producing the extract composition. An aqueous solvent is combined with the peel of a banana. If the banana is unripe, a base is also added. The mixture is homogenized and allowed to react at least until a black supernatant appears. The entire slurry is filtered. The resulting extract is used alone or combined with a cream or ointment. Medicinal benefits of the extract include relief from pain, swelling, itching, bruising, wrinkles, and sunburn.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 1998
    Date of Patent: November 23, 1999
    Assignee: Delft Pharma International
    Inventor: Bobby Gene Edwards