Patents by Inventor Josef Kerler

Josef Kerler 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).

  • Patent number: 11202459
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing a fat-based flavour concentrate, comprising the following steps: (i) providing a fat/oil base ranging from 40 to 75% w/w and further providing a flavour precursor composition comprising at least one added polyol, at least one added amino compound, at least a dairy ingredient, and at least a particulate processing aid, wherein the ratio of the dairy ingredient to the particulate processing aid is from 1:1 to 4:1 (measured as w/w); (ii) continuous thermal processing of the flavour precursor composition with particulate processing aid suspended in the fat/oil base to generate a fat-based flavour concentrate, wherein heating step is performed in a continuous oil phase at a low moisture content ranging from 0 to 5% added water; and (iii) cooling the fat-based flavour concentrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2021
    Assignee: Societe des Produits Nestle S.A.
    Inventors: Cecilia Jalmasco, Joselio Batista Vieira, John Newell, Josef Kerler
  • Publication number: 20210235721
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to the field of improving the sensor), quality profile of plant protein based compositions. In particular, the invention relates to the removal of undesired plant-like aroma and astringent/bitter taste from plant protein based compositions. For example, the invention relates to a process for improving the sensor), quality of a plant protein containing composition comprising the steps of bringing the plant protein containing composition in contact with a food grade oily composition, and removing the oily phase from the plant protein containing composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2019
    Publication date: August 5, 2021
    Inventors: Josef Kerler, Sandra Catharina Wilde
  • Patent number: 10980248
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a natural flavor base and a flavor base obtainable by such process. A further aspect of the invention is a method for providing a natural roasty, a natural caramel, a natural pop-corn, a natural biscuit and/or a natural buttery flavor note to a food product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2021
    Assignee: Societe des Produits Nestle S.A.
    Inventors: Helge Ulmer, Josef Kerler
  • Publication number: 20200077686
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a natural flavor base and a flavor base obtainable by such process. A further aspect of the invention is a method for providing a natural nutty, a natural roasty, and/or a natural caramel flavor note to a food or beverage product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 2, 2018
    Publication date: March 12, 2020
    Inventors: Zhicui Zhang, Ayrine Natalie Chiu, Josef Kerler, Muller Jeroen Andre, Helge Ulmer
  • Publication number: 20190373933
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a natural flavor base and a flavor base obtainable by such process. A further aspect of the invention is a method for providing a natural vegetal flavor note to a food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2018
    Publication date: December 12, 2019
    Inventors: Helge Ulmer, Josef Kerler
  • Publication number: 20190373932
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a natural flavor base and a flavor base obtainable by such process. A further aspect of the invention is a method for providing a natural bread crust flavor note to a food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2018
    Publication date: December 12, 2019
    Inventors: Helge Ulmer, Josef Kerler
  • Publication number: 20190373930
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a natural flavor base and a flavor base obtainable by such process. A further aspect of the invention is a method for providing a natural herbaceous, a natural caramel and/or a natural hay flavor note to a food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2018
    Publication date: December 12, 2019
    Inventors: Helge Ulmer, Josef Kerler
  • Publication number: 20190373931
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a natural flavor base and a flavor base obtainable by such process. A further aspect of the invention is a method for providing a natural herbal flavor note to a food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2018
    Publication date: December 12, 2019
    Inventors: Helge Ulmer, Josef Kerler
  • Publication number: 20190364942
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing a fat-based flavour concentrate, comprising the following steps: (i) providing a fat/oil base ranging from 40 to 75% w/w and further providing a flavour precursor composition comprising at least one added polyol, at least one added amino compound, at least a dairy ingredient, and at least a particulate processing aid, wherein the ratio of the dairy ingredient to the particulate processing aid is from 1:1 to 4:1 (measured as w/w); (ii) continuous thermal processing of the flavour precursor composition with particulate processing aid suspended in the fat/oil base to generate a fat-based flavour concentrate, wherein heating step is performed in a continuous oil phase at a low moisture content ranging from 0 to 5% added water; and (iii) cooling the fat-based flavour concentrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2017
    Publication date: December 5, 2019
    Inventors: Cecilia Jalmasco, Josello Vieira, John Newell, Josef Kerler
  • Publication number: 20180303124
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a natural flavor base and a flavor base obtainable by such process. A further aspect of the invention is a method for providing a natural roasty, a natural caramel, a natural pop-corn, a natural biscuit and/or a natural buttery flavor note to a food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2016
    Publication date: October 25, 2018
    Inventors: Helge ULMER, Josef KERLER
  • Publication number: 20180042279
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for manufacturing a fat-based flavour concentrate obtained by a thermal reaction wherein the process comprises the step of providing a flavour precursor composition comprising at least one polyol and at least one amino compound comprising amino acids, amino acid derivatives and peptides with a dairy ingredient;followed by heating the flavour precursor composition with the dairy ingredient to generate a fat-based flavour concentrate; and cooling the fat-based flavour concentrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2016
    Publication date: February 15, 2018
    Inventors: Josef Kerler, Jingcan Sun, John Newell, Tomas Davidek, Ondrej Novotny
  • Publication number: 20160242430
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the preparation of a coffee beverage powder useful for the preparation of coffee beverages such as e.g. cappuccino, café latte, café macchiato, café au lait. The method comprises the preparation of an aqueous composition comprising coffee solids and protein and/or fat, adding aroma obtained from coffee to the composition and drying the composition to produce a coffee beverage powder. The coffee beverage powder has improved aroma and/or characteristics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2014
    Publication date: August 25, 2016
    Inventors: Martine Daenzer-Alloncle, Josef Kerler, Luigi Poisson, Heinz Wyss
  • Patent number: 7771769
    Abstract: NEW MATERIAL: A compound of formula I (R is 1˜6C alkyl other than ethyl, 2˜6C alkenyl). EXAMPLE: 2-Methyl 2-mercaptopropionate. USE: A durable flavor and taste imparting agent usable for foods, drinks, cosmetics, healthy and hygienic use, medicines, etc. PROCESS: A 2-mercaptopropionic acid of formula II (R? is H, 1˜6C alkyl or 2˜6C alkenyl) is esterified with an aliphatic alcohol of the formula R?(OH) in the presence of a catalyst, e.g. an inorganic acid such as sulfuric acid or organic acid such as acetic acid, in an azeotropic solvent, e.g. benzene, at 60˜100° C. to give the compound of formula I easily in high purity and yield. The molar amount of the aliphatic alcohol to be used is 1˜20 times, preferably 2˜5 times, that of the compound of formula II. The amount of the catalyst to be used is 0.1˜10 wt % based on the compound of formula II.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: Quest International B.V.
    Inventors: Wolfgang Fitz, Josef Kerler, Harry Renes, Nico Bouter
  • Publication number: 20100143563
    Abstract: A process for flavouring foodstuffs includes incorporating therein a flavoring effective amount of at least one compound represented by R1-S-R2 wherein R1 and R2 represent (a) a hydrogen atom and a 1-(1-methoxycarbonyl)ethyl group or represent (b) a hydrogen atom and a 1-(1-propyloxycarbonyl)ethyl group. Foodstuffs and concentrates containing at least one of the R1-S-R2 compounds are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2009
    Publication date: June 10, 2010
    Applicant: QUEST INTERNATIONAL B.V.
    Inventors: Wolfgang FITZ, Josef Kerler, Harry Renes, Nico Bouter
  • Publication number: 20100040733
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for stabilising the aroma of aroma-rich foodstuffs and their products by reducing the amount of phenols derived from decomposition of polyphenols contained therein. The invention also describes aroma-stabilized foodstuffs as well as their products having a desirable flavour.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2007
    Publication date: February 18, 2010
    Applicant: NESTEC S.A.
    Inventors: Imre Blank, Christian Milo, Josef Kerler, Christoph Mueller, Thomas Hofmann
  • Publication number: 20090029023
    Abstract: Methods and uses of one or more straight chain C4-C5 mercapto-alkanones in an amount sufficient to increase the organoleptic properties of a coffee flavor provided in a food or beverage. The compounds may be used to replace or reinforce flavors or aromas that were at least partially removed during preparation of soluble coffee powder. The aroma-providing compound(s) may be added to soluble coffee powder prior to its incorporation or addition to the food or beverage in an amount sufficient to increase the coffee flavor thereto. Food products and beverages containing one or more of these aroma-providing substances are also included. Depending on which flavor notes and aromas are desired in the final product, other aroma-providing substances may be added to the food products and beverages. It has been found that particularly suitable additional aroma-providing compounds for use in the present invention are 4-methoxy-2-methylbutan-2-thiol alone or in combination with other sulfur containing coffee odorants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2004
    Publication date: January 29, 2009
    Inventors: Josef Kerler, Remy Liardon, Luigi Poisson
  • Patent number: 6864072
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the preparation of flavors with for instance creamy, green, cucumber like fatty odour characteristics by reacting an oil or fat comprising unsaturated fatty acid triglycerides with a lipoxygenase preparation capable of converting triglycerides into their hydroperoxides in a multiphase system in the presence of air, air enriched with oxygen or oxygen and, subsequently thermally converting the obtained mixture—preferably under acidic conditions—resulting in an aldehyde containing product. Further the invention encompasses the use of the obtained flavors for incorporation in all kinds of food products like dairy products such as ice-cream, yoghurt and skim milk and savory products as well as the produced flavoured products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2005
    Assignee: Quest International B.V.
    Inventors: Josef Kerler, Eric Kohlen, Amy Van Der Vliet, Wolfgang Fitz, Chris Winkel
  • Publication number: 20040214299
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the preparation of flavors with for instance creamy, green, cucumber like fatty odor characteristics by reacting an oil or fat comprising unsaturated fatty acid triglycerides with a lipoxygenase preparation capable of converting triglycerides into their hydroperoxides in a multiphase system in the presence of air, air enriched with oxygen or oxygen and, subsequently thermally converting the obtained mixture—preferably under acidic conditions—resulting in an aldehyde containing product. Further the invention encompasses the use of the obtained flavors for incorporation in all kinds of food products like dairy products such as ice-cream, yoghurt and skim milk and savory products as well as the produced flavored products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2002
    Publication date: October 28, 2004
    Inventors: Josef Kerler, Eric Kohlen, Amy Van Der Vliet, Wolfgang Fitz, Chris Winkel
  • Patent number: 6716468
    Abstract: The invention relates to foodstuffs having a savory flavor, to a process for their preparation and to compositions having a savory flavor which products comprise (hydrogenated) 2-methyl-3-furanthiol and/or a derivative thereof and methanedithiol and/or a derivative thereof. Under derivatives are here to be understood their esters like thioacetates, their thioethers like methyl sulfides their disulphides etc. The combination of the above identified two groups of sulphur compounds in ppb levels leads to a foodstuffs with powerful flavor reminiscent of beef broth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2004
    Assignee: Quest International B.V.
    Inventors: Wolfgang Fitz, Andries Van Delft, Josef Kerler, Theodorus Gerardus Maria Hesp, Willem Apeldoorn, Gerrit Hendrik Altena
  • Publication number: 20040052914
    Abstract: NEW MATERIAL: A compound of formulal(R is 1˜6C alkyl other than ethyl, 2˜6C alkenyl).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2003
    Publication date: March 18, 2004
    Inventors: Wolfgang Fitz, Josef Kerler, Harry Renes, Nico Bouter