Patents by Inventor Jeffrey K. Kester

Jeffrey K. Kester 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).

  • Shortening compositions containing polyol fatty acid polyesters
    Patent number: 5306516
    Abstract: Reduced fat and calorie plastic shortenings are disclosed. The nondigestible portion of these compositions contain low levels of solids, yet still exhibit good passive oil loss control. These compositions also impart good organoleptic properties to foods prepared with them. These shortenings comprise specific solid polyol fatty acid polyesters, a liquid nondigestible oil, and, optionally, a hardstock, a digestible oil, an intermediate melting triglyceride, or other shortening ingredients.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 26, 1994
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: James C. Letton, Joseph J. Elsen, Timothy B. Guffey, Jeffrey K. Kester, David J. Weisgerber