Patents by Inventor Domingo C. Tuason
Domingo C. Tuason 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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Publication number: 20140322282Abstract: Ultra-fine microcrystalline cellulose compositions are disclosed which comprise co-attrited microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid. The compositions have a mean particle size of less than 10 microns. The compositions are prepared by subjecting a high solids mixture of microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid to high shear forces in the presence of an anti slip agent preferably an aqueoussolution of an inorganic salt. The compositions are especially useful in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic and industrial applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2014Publication date: October 30, 2014Inventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Jose Amundarain, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Edward Selinger, William R. Blakemore, James J. Modliszewski, Joseph Lee, Frank Messick
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Patent number: 8801847Abstract: Ultra-fine microcrystalline cellulose compositions are disclosed which comprise co-attrited microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid. The compositions have a mean particle size of less than 10 microns. The compositions are prepared by subjecting a high solids mixture of microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid to high shear forces in the presence of an anti slip agent preferably an aqueous solution of an inorganic salt. The compositions are especially useful in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic and industrial applications.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2010Date of Patent: August 12, 2014Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Jose Amundarain, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Edward Selinger, William R. Blakemore, James J. Modliszewski, Joseph Lee, Frank Messick
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Publication number: 20110195163Abstract: Stabilizers comprising co-processed MCC and a hydrocolloid, edible compositions comprising the stabilizers, and processes for making the edible compositions are described. Edible compositions may be prepared from a stabilizer comprising MCC and a hydrocolloid, along with a protein source and/or juice. Compositions of the invention may include low pH beverages comprising the MCC stabilizer, a protein source and/or a fruit or vegetable juice or other fruit-flavored liquid, optionally with an additional amount of hydrocolloid and acidulant, sweetener, buffering agents, pH modifiers, or stabilizing salts.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2011Publication date: August 11, 2011Applicant: FMC CORPORATIONInventors: Gregory R. Krawczyk, Domingo C. Tuason, Gail A. Fisher
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Publication number: 20110143009Abstract: Compositions comprising microcrystalline cellulose, cellulose ether, and salt are provided together with methods for making them. Additionally, there are also described edible food products and industrial suspensions formed from these compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2011Publication date: June 16, 2011Applicant: FMC CORPORATIONInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Michael Cammarata, Janet Van Mol, Edward Selinger
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Publication number: 20110135798Abstract: Ultra-fine microcrystalline cellulose compositions are disclosed which comprise co-attrited microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid. The compositions have a mean particle size of less than 10 microns. The compositions are prepared by subjecting a high solids mixture of microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid to high shear forces in the presence of an anti slip agent preferably an aqueous solution of an inorganic salt. The compositions are especially useful in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic and industrial applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2010Publication date: June 9, 2011Applicant: FMC CORPORATIONInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Jose Amundarain, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Edward Selinger, William R. Blakemore, James J. Modliszewski, Joseph Lee, Frank Messick
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Patent number: 7879382Abstract: Compositions containing microcrystalline cellulose, cellulose ether, and salt are provided together with methods for making them. Additionally, there are also described edible food products and industrial suspensions formed from these compositions.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2006Date of Patent: February 1, 2011Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Michael Cammarata, Janet Van Mol, Edward Selinger
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Patent number: 7871468Abstract: Ultra-fine microcrystalline cellulose compositions are disclosed which comprise co-attrited microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid. The compositions have a mean particle size of less than 10 microns. The compositions are prepared by subjecting a high solids mixture of microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid to high shear forces in the presence of an anti slip agent preferably an aqueous solution of an inorganic salt. The compositions are especially useful in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic and industrial applications.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2008Date of Patent: January 18, 2011Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Jose Amundarain, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Edward Selinger, William R. Blakemore, James J. Modliszewski, Joseph Lee, Frank Messick
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Publication number: 20090130287Abstract: Ultra-fine microcrystalline cellulose compositions are disclosed which comprise co-attrited microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid. The compositions have a mean particle size of less than 10 microns. The compositions are prepared by subjecting a high solids mixture of microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid to high shear forces in the presence of an anti slip agent preferably an aqueous solution of an inorganic salt. The compositions are especially useful in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic and industrial applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2008Publication date: May 21, 2009Applicant: FMC CorporationInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Jose Amundarain, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Edward Selinger, William R. Blakemore, James J. Modliszewski, Joseph Lee, Frank Messick
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Patent number: 7462232Abstract: Ultra-fine microcrystalline cellulose compositions are disclosed which comprise co-attrited microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid. The compositions have a mean particle size of less thin 10 microns. The compositions are prepared by subjecting a high solids mixture of microcrystalline cellulose and a hydrocolloid to high shear forces in the presence of an anti slip agent preferably an aqueoussolution of an inorganic salt. The compositions are especially useful in food pharmaceutical and cosmetic and industrial applications.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2003Date of Patent: December 9, 2008Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Jose Amundarain, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Edward Selinger, William R. Blakemore, James J. Modliszewski, Joseph Lee, Frank Messick
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Publication number: 20040137043Abstract: An edible, hardenable coating composition containing microcrystalline cellulose and carrageenan and either a strengthening polymer, a plasticizer or both. The coating composition of the present invention may be applied to pharmaceutical and veterinary solid dosage forms, confectionery, seeds, animal feed, fertilizers, pesticide tablets, and foods and provides an elegant prompt release coating which does not retard the release of active ingredients from the coated substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2003Publication date: July 15, 2004Applicant: FMC CorporationInventors: Michael Augello, Sheila M. Dell, Domingo C. Tuason, James J. Modliszewski, Thomas A. Ruszkay, David E. Werner
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Patent number: 6723342Abstract: An edible, hardenable coating composition containing microcrystalline cellulose and carrageenan and at least one of a strengthening polymer, a plasticizer, a surface active agent or a combination thereof. The coating composition of the present invention may be applied to pharmaceutical and veterinary solid dosage forms, confectionery, seeds, animal feed, fertilizers, pesticide tablets, and foods and provides an elegant prompt release coating which does not retard the release of active ingredients from the coated substrate.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2000Date of Patent: April 20, 2004Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Michael Augello, Sheila M. Dell, Domingo C. Tuason, James J. Modliszewski, Thomas A. Ruszkay, David E. Werner
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Patent number: 6709713Abstract: An edible, hardenable coating composition containing microcrystalline cellulose and carrageenan and either a strengthening polymer, a plasticizer or both. The coating composition of the present invention may be applied to pharmaceutical and veterinary solid dosage forms, confectionery, seeds, animal feed, fertilizers, pesticide tablets, and foods and provides an elegant prompt release coating which does not retard the release of active ingredients from the coated substrate.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2002Date of Patent: March 23, 2004Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Michael Augello, Sheila M. Dell, Domingo C. Tuason, James J. Modliszewski, Thomas A. Ruszkay, David E. Werner
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Patent number: 6689405Abstract: A composition suitable for use as a fat-like substitute in low-calorie, aqueous-based foodstuffs comprising dry, water-dispersible particles, said particles consisting of an agglomerate of microreticulated or microfibrillated microcrystalline cellulose in a predominant amount by weight, and a hydrocolloid selected from a carboxymethylcellulose and xanthan gum in an amount sufficient to provide effective coverage of the cellulose.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 1995Date of Patent: February 10, 2004Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Jr., Thomas A. Ruszkay, Sydney Heese
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Publication number: 20030017204Abstract: An edible, hardenable coating composition containing microcrystalline cellulose and carrageenan and either a strengthening polymer, a plasticizer or both. The coating composition of the present invention may be applied to pharmaceutical and veterinary solid dosage forms, confectionery, seeds, animal feed, fertilizers, pesticide tablets, and foods and provides an elegant prompt release coating which does not retard the release of active ingredients from the coated substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2002Publication date: January 23, 2003Inventors: Michael Augello, Sheila M. Dell, Domingo C. Tuason, James J. Modliszewski, Thomas A. Ruszkay, David E. Werner
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Patent number: 6440474Abstract: A method coprocessing microcrystalline cellulose with maltodextrin to produce a dispersion that can be spray dried at high solids content to produce a flowing powder is disclosed. The coprocessed microcrystalline cellulose/maltodextrin composition can be blended with carboxymethyl cellulose to produce a dry blend that can be used in food and cosmetic applications.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2000Date of Patent: August 27, 2002Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Gregory S. Buliga, Domingo C. Tuason, Aaron C. Venables
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Patent number: 6432448Abstract: An edible, hardenable coating composition containing microcrystalline cellulose and carrageenan and either a strengthening polymer, a plasticizer or both. The coating composition of the present invention may be applied to pharmaceutical and veterinary solid dosage forms, confectionery, seeds, animal feed, fertilizers, pesticide tablets, and foods and provides an elegant prompt release coating which does not retard the release of active ingredients from the coated substrate.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2000Date of Patent: August 13, 2002Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Michael Augello, Sheila M. Dell, Domingo C. Tuason, James J. Modliszewski, Thomas A. Ruszkay, David E. Werner
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Patent number: 6391368Abstract: The present invention describes the use and preparation of a novel rapidly peptizable stabilizing composition comprising attrited colloidal microcrystalline cellulose wetcake coprocessed and dried with iota-carrageenan, and its use for stabilizing aqueous foods.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 1999Date of Patent: May 21, 2002Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Domingo C. Tuason, Edward Selinger, Gregory R. Krawczyk, Christopher Sewall, Daniel T. Hogan
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Patent number: 5789004Abstract: A stabilizer composition, useful for reduced fat frozen desserts and whipped toppings, containing, as a first component, microcrystalline cellulose coprocessed with guar and, as a second component, microcrystalline cellulose coprocessed with carboxymethylcellulose. The method of using the stabilizer composition provides reduced fat food products, particularly products with less than ten percent fat, with many of the desirable body and textural characteristics of full-fat products.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 1995Date of Patent: August 4, 1998Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Daniel T. Hogan, Dale T. Bertrand, Marlene T. Tuazon, Domingo C. Tuason
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Patent number: 5605712Abstract: A stabilizer composition useful for frozen desserts contains a water soluble hydrocolloid and microcrystalline cellulose coprocessed with an alginate salt complex. The method of using the stabilizer composition provides good resistance to heat shock in frozen desserts. The frozen desserts containing the stabilizer system, including such products with less than five percent fat, exhibit resistance to heat shock and good textural characteristics.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 1995Date of Patent: February 25, 1997Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Dale T. Bertrand, Daniel T. Hogan, Domingo C. Tuason
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Patent number: 5462761Abstract: A composition of matter comprising dry, water-dispersible, particles of microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) coprocessed with a glucomannan. The particles are visually spheroidal, have an average size of about 0.1 to 100 microns, and about 60 to 99 wt % of the total solids of the coated particles comprises MCC. The invention also comprises a process for the manufacture of the inventive composition 1 comprising forming an intimate mixture consisting essentially of MCC and glucomannan in an aqueous medium under controlled agitation, drying the resulting flocculate, and recovering visually spheroidal water dispersible particles. The inventive compositions are useful as bulking agents and fat substitutes, and may have a lipophilic and/or hydrophilic material absorbed thereon.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 1994Date of Patent: October 31, 1995Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Emanuel J. McGinley, Domingo C. Tuason, Jr.