MUMBAI, India, Aug. 22 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202421011161 A) filed by Rejoinder Private Limited, Nagpur, Maharashtra, on Feb. 17, 2024, for 'antimicrobial composition for increasing shelf life of food.'
Inventor(s) include Narendra Ganpatrao Tidke.
The application for the patent was published on Aug. 22, under issue no. 34/2025.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses an antimicrobial composition aimed at enhancing the shelf life of food products. The composition comprises a synergistic blend of hydroxy acetaldehyde, a natural antimicrobial agent, with a synthetic equivalent antibacterial agent, a chelating agent, and an antioxidant. Hydroxy acetaldehyde, known for its antimicrobial properties, is carefully combined with synthetic antibacterial agents to broaden the spectrum of antimicrobial activity. Chelating agents and antioxidants are incorporated to stabilize the composition and improve overall efficacy. The disclosed composition is applicable to various food products, offering a safe and sustainable alternative to traditional preservatives. Application of the composition extends the shelf life of food products, addressing economic losses and contributing to global efforts to reduce food waste. This innovative antimicrobial composition represents a balanced and effective approach to food preservation, harnessing both natural and synthetic elements for optimal results."
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