Patents by Inventor Sharon D. Thomas

Sharon D. Thomas 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).

  • L-carvone enhanced fruit flavored chewing gum
    Patent number: 5158790
    Abstract: A quantity of about 0.5-4.0% by weight of L-carvone is added to fruit flavors used in chewing gum, especially bubble gum, to provide a chewing gum having increased flavor impact, increased sweetness and prolonged flavor duration. The L-carvone enhances the fruit flavor in these respects without imparting a separate and different flavor to the chewing gum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 27, 1992
    Assignee: Wm. Wrigley, Jr. Company
    Inventors: David L. Witkewitz, Lindell C. Richey, Sharon D. Thomas