Chr. Hansen Receives Patent on Curcumin Purification Process

Chr. Hansen Receives Patent on Curcumin Purification Process

MILWAUKEEChr. Hansen received U.S. Patent No. 6,942,881 covering Purification process for improving total yield ofcurcuminoid coloring agent. The patent pertains to a production process thatimproves total yield of curcuminoids from turmeric and othercurcuminoid-containing materials by 30 to 40 percent. Curcumin is typically usedas a food color in a range of dairy products, beverages, confectionary and more; studies suggest it has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities.

With the growing consumer demand for more healthy foods and beverages,this patent is another illustration of Chr. Hansens commitment to providing the food industry with natural ingredientsolutions, said David R. Carpenter, president and chief executive officer(CEO) for Chr. Hansen (www.chrhansen.com) in North America.