ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 9 -- United States Patent no. 12,491,226, issued on Dec. 9, was assigned to BARENTZ NORTH AMERICA LLC (Avon, Ohio).
"Mastic-derived natural protectants" was invented by Patrick J. Lutz (Nazareth, Pa.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The present invention relates to the use of natural protectants comprising a mastic extract and optionally a second component to prevent microbial growth and preserve a product. The invention also relates to the use of natural protectants comprising quinic acid or a salt thereof, ethyl lauroyl arginate or a salt thereof, and optionally a third component to prevent microbial growth and preserve a product."
The patent was filed on June 6, 2024, ...