Patents by Inventor Suzanne Stempien

Suzanne Stempien 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).

  • Cocoa product preparation
    Patent number: 6403133
    Abstract: A process for lightening the color of cocoa nibs or cocoa liquor which comprises treating the cocoa nibs or cocoa liquor with hydrogen peroxide for a period of time sufficient to lighten the color to the desired level.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Assignee: Nestec S.A.
    Inventors: David L. Barfuss, David Klug, Suzanne Stempien