| Archer Daniels Midland Company Patent applications |
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| 20120116004 | BIOBASED WATERBORNE SYNTHETIC POLYURETHANE HYBRID LATEXES AND FILMS - This work provides a new way of utilizing renewable resources to prepare environmentally friendly biobased hybrid latexes with high performance for coating applications. Also provided are biobased polyurethane/acrylic hybrid films having good properties. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120108480 | LUBRICANT ADDITIVES - Processes are described for producing liquid, biobased lubricant additives containing from 50 to 100% biobased carbon according to ASTM D6866 from heat-bodied oils by transesterification with biobased or petroleum based alcohols and by hydrotreatment of at least the resulting diesters, triesters and polyesters. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120100251 | FOOD COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING ORGANOGELS - The present invention is directed towards organogel compositions. Processes for producing such organogel compositions are further disclosed. The present invention is also directed towards uses of the novel organogel compositions in foods, beverages, nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, pet food, or animal feed. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120088290 | ETHANOL YIELD AND REDUCTION OF BIOMASS ACCUMULATION IN THE RECOMBINANT STRAIN OF SACCHAROMYCES CEREVISIAE OVEREXPRESSING ATPASE - A new approach for increase of ethanol yield during alcoholic fermentation via decrease of biomass accumulation by using ATP degrading enzymes is described. The part of the | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120059178 | OXIDATION OF FURFURAL COMPOUNDS - The disclosure pertains to a process for oxidation of furan aldehydes such as 5-hydroxymethyl)furfural (HMF) and derivatives thereof such as 5-(alkoxymethyl)furfural (AMF), 5-(aryloxymethyl)furfural, 5-(cycloalkoxy-methyl)furfural and 5-(alkoxycarbonyl)furfural compounds in the presence of dissolved oxygen and a Co(II), Mn(II), Ce(III) salt catalyst or mixtures thereof. The products from HMF can be selectively chosen to be predominantly 2,5-diformylfuran (DFF), particularly by inclusion of an aliphatic ketone, like methyl ethyl ketone, or can be further oxidized to 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA) by the omission of methyl ethyl ketone and inclusion of bromide. When the reactant is an ether derivative of HMF the products are surprisingly ester derivatives where either both the ether and aldehyde functional groups have been oxidized or just the ether function group thereby producing one or both of 5-ester-furan-2-acids (i.e., 5-alkoxycarbonylfurancarboxylic acids) or 5-ester-furan aldehydes, (i.e., -alkoxycarbonylfurfurals a. k. a, 5-(alkoxycarbonyl)furfural). | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120056127 | METHODS OF BIOREMEDIATION - Methods for bioremediation of contaminants in water using soapstock, an acid oil of soapstock, a neutralized acid oil of soapstock or combinations thereof are described. Systems for bioremediation are also disclosed. | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120003708 | METHODS OF PRODUCING C4 DICARBOXYLIC ACIDS - Methods of producing C4 dicarboxylic acids are disclosed. Nucleotide sequences encoding pyruvate carboxylase and uses of such nucleotide sequences in the production of C4 dicarboxylic acids are further disclosed. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20110302825 | Lubricant Additives - Processes are described for producing liquid, biobased lubricant additives containing from 50 to 100% biobased carbon according to ASTM D6866 from heat-bodied oils by transesterification with biobased or petroleum based alcohols and by hydrotreatment of at least the resulting diesters, triesters and polyesters. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110297185 | Acidic Gases Permeated Carboxyalkyl Starch and Alkaline Starch Extrudates and Process for Making the Same - The present disclosure relates to particles comprising carboxyalkyl starch that are permeated with an acidic gas and their uses as absorbent materials. It was discovered that superabsorbent materials could be obtained from carboxyalkyl starch particles permeated with the acidic gas and heated to a temperature of at least 100° C. until they reach an AUL at 0.7 psi. of at least 14 g/g and a CRC of at least 18 g/g. Moreover, it was discovered that the pH of alkaline starch extrudates can be adjusted by permeating particles of the extrudate with the acidic gas even with treating the particles to temperatures less than 100° C. The carboxyalkyl starch particles obtained by the methods described herein are characterized as having intramolecular ester bonds, which are greater in number at the surface of the particle than in the core, and the particles have a greater concentration of cation of the acidic gas at the surface than a the core. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110287162 | PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING WHOLE SOYBEAN POWDERS - Processes for producing whole soybean powders and soymilks are described. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110250299 | ORGANOGEL COMPOSITIONS AND PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING - The present invention is directed towards organogel compositions comprising a phospholipid composition. Processes for producing such organogel compositions are further disclosed. The present invention is also directed towards uses of the novel organogel compositions in foods or beverages, cosmetics, personal care products, as a drug delivery vehicle or as a carrier of any desired compound. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110229616 | METHOD OF WASHING COCOA BEANS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF THE COCOA PRODUCTS OBTAINED FROM SUCH BEANS - Provided are methods of removing contaminants from cocoa beans, reducing free fatty acids in cocoa butter of the cocoa beans or a combination thereof. The methods are accomplished by use of a pre-washing solution placed in contact with the cocoa beans. Cocoa products produced by such methods and systems for performing such methods on cocoa beans are also disclosed. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110219983 | LECITHIN AND PLASTICIZER COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS - The present invention is directed towards compositions having lecithin and a plasticizer. Processes for producing such compositions are further disclosed. The present invention is also directed towards uses of the novel compositions as a dispersant in order to disperse compounds, such as in the fields of coatings, inks, cosmetics and the like. In one embodiment, the dispersants of the present invention are used to disperse pigments. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110166287 | WATERBORNE FILM-FORMING COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING REACTIVE SURFACTANTS AND/OR HUMECTANTS - The present invention is directed to aqueous coating compositions, such as paints, containing a film-forming latex polymer and a reactive surfactant and/or a low VOC humectant. The reactive surfactant, a polyglycerol ester or ether of an unsaturated fatty acid, reduces or eliminates the need for traditional water-soluble additives that lower the water resistance of the dry coating. Additionally, the reactive surfactants of the invention are capable of oxidative cross-linking during the curing process, forming a dry film that is more durable and water-resistant than traditional latex paint composition. The low VOC humectant polyglycerol, isosorbide, or a derivative of isosorbide can replace at least in part traditional humectants such as propylene glycol which contribute to VOCs, while maintaining an effective open time for application of the aqueous coating compositions. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110137052 | Processes for the Preparation and Purification of Hydroxymethylfuraldehyde and Derivatives - A method for utilizing an industrially convenient fructose source for a dehydration reaction converting a carbohydrate to a furan derivative is provided. Recovery methods also are provided. Embodiments of the methods improve upon the known methods of producing furan derivatives. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110111113 | Low And No Trans Fat Confections - A fat composition for use in food products is provided, which contains low levels of trans fats, and includes a non-hydrogenated fractionated palm kernel oil and a non-hydrogenated fractionated palm oil. A confectionery composition containing the fat composition also is provided. The confectionery composition can be used to coat a food product, and can be flavored and/or colored. Methods for making a confectionery composition using the fat composition also are provided. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110071305 | PRODUCTION OF 5-MEMBERED AND 6-MEMBERED CYCLIC ESTERS OF POLYOLS - Described herein are improved methods for the preparation of 5- and 6-membered cyclic mono and diesters of sugar alcohols and anhydrosugar alcohols by reaction with an organic acid RCOOH over a solid acidic substrate. The process is adaptable to a continuous process for simultaneously making and separating the cyclic esters from the sugar alcohols and anhydrosugar alcohols under mild conditions using the solid acid substrate as both the catalyst and a chromatographic bed for separation. The reactions are performed at mild temperatures of 700 C to 1000 C and the formation of the cyclic esters is nearly quantitative. Also described is a method for making 5- and 6-membered cyclic mono and diesters of sugar alcohols and anhydrosugar alcohols using microwave irradiation in the presence of the organic acid. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110045562 | Development of Strains of the Thermotolerant Yeast Hansenula Polymorpha Capable of Alcoholic Fermentation of Starch and Xylan by Expression of Starch and Xylan Degrading Enzymes - Genes SWA2 and GAMl from the yeast, | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110039742 | Lubricant Additives - Processes are described for producing liquid, biobased lubricant additives containing from 50 to 100% biobased carbon according to ASTM D6866 from heat-bodied oils by transesterification with biobased or petroleum based alcohols and by hydrogenation of at least the resulting diesters, triesters and polyesters. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20100314312 | METHODS OF BIOREMEDIATION - Methods for bioremediation of contaminants in water using soapstock, an acid oil of soapstock, a neutralized acid oil of soapstock or combinations thereof are described. Systems for bioremediation are also disclosed. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100216915 | Levulinic acid ester derivatives as reactive plasticizers and coalescent solvents - The present invention is directed to ester derivatives of levulinic acid that are useful as plasticizers and/or coalescent solvents in polymer compositions, compositions comprising the ester derivatives, methods of making the derivatives and the compositions, and the use of the derivatives as additives in polymer compositions. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100112651 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR MANIPULATING CARBON FLUX IN CELLS - Nucleotide and protein sequences that encode enzymes that change carbon flux through metabolic pathways that lead to lactic acid or fumarate production in a host cell, such as a | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100104884 | Waterborne Film-Forming Compositions Containing Reactive Surfactants and/or Humectants - The present invention is directed to aqueous coating compositions, such as paints, containing a film-forming latex polymer and a reactive surfactant and/or a low VOC humectant. The reactive surfactant, a polyglycerol ester or ether of an unsaturated fatty acid, reduces or eliminates the need for traditional water-soluble additives that lower the water resistance of the dry coating. Additionally, the reactive surfactants of the invention are capable of oxidative cross-linking during the curing process, forming a dry film that is more durable and water-resistant than traditional latex paint composition. The low VOC humectant polyglycerol, isosorbide, or a derivative of isosorbide can replace at least in part traditional humectants such as propylene glycol which contribute to VOCs, while maintaining an effective open time for application of the aqueous coating compositions. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100104872 | BIOBASED WATERBORNE SYNTHETIC POLYURETHANE HYBRID LATEXES AND FILMS - This work provides a new way of utilizing renewable resources to prepare environmentally friendly biobased hybrid latexes with high performance for coating applications. Also provided are biobased polyurethane/acrylic hybrid films having good properties. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100042063 | ABSORBENT HYDROPHOBIC BORONATE GALACTOMANNAN COMPLEXES AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SAME - Absorbent boronate-galactomannan complexes comprising a hydrophobic group are disclosed. The boronate-galactomannan complexes are solid materials capable of gel forming upon contacting with liquids. The boronate-galactomannan complexes are particularly suitable for absorbing liquids. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100036337 | ABSORBENT HYDROPHOBIC BORONATE GALACTOMANNAN COMPLEXES AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SAME - Absorbent boronate-galactomannan complexes comprising a hydrophobic group are disclosed. The boronate-galactomannan complexes are solid materials capable of gel forming upon contacting with liquids. The boronate-galactomannan complexes are particularly suitable for absorbing liquids. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20090178928 | Process for Desalting Glycerol Solutions and Recovery of Chemicals - Processes for desalting glycerol-rich solutions or process streams using electrodialysis are provided. The glycerol-rich process streams are typically byproducts from the production of biodiesel. Following electrodialysis, the resulting aqueous salt solution is placed in a water splitting cell to recover the acid and base components of the salt. These acid and base components, in turn, can be reused in other processes, such as biodiesel production. | 07-16-2009 |
| 20090130257 | PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF ANIMAL FEED AND ETHANOL AND NOVEL ANIMAL FEED - A method for the production of ethanol and a modified animal feed is provided. The method replaces the starch in known corn-based animal feed with biomass fiber treated to make it more digestible by animals. The process includes wherein the pericarp and germ are removed from the corn kernel and processed for by-products. The starch and protein are also removed and separated. The starch is then fermented and distilled to ethanol and stillage. The bioavailable modified animal feed comprises the pericarp and germ removed from corn kernels and optionally by-products of the pericarp and germ processing, and lignocellulosic materials. The modified animal feed may optionally include energy materials such as animal and vegetable fats, vegetable soapstocks, or glycerin, and combinations thereof. | 05-21-2009 |
| 20090120878 | SEPARATION OF A MIXTURE OF POLYHYDRIC ALCOHOLS - The present invention provides methods of separating at butanediol compound from a mixture containing polyhydric alcohols and butanediol compounds. The mixture of polyhydric alcohols typically contains propylene glycol and ethylene glycol in addition to the butanediol contaminants. Butanediol contaminants are removed by contacting the mixture with a chromatographic matrix. Either the butanediol compounds or the non-butanediol compounds adsorb to the chromatographic matrix. If desired, the adsorbed compounds may be eluted from the matrix, purified and used in products. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20090118397 | Waterborne Film-Forming Compositions Containing Reactive Surfactants and/or Humectants - The present invention is directed to aqueous coating compositions, such as paints, containing a film-forming latex polymer and a reactive surfactant. The reactive surfactant, a polyglycerol ester or ether of an unsaturated fatty acid, reduces or eliminates the need for traditional water-soluble additives that lower the water resistance of the dry coating. Additionally, the reactive surfactants of the invention are capable of oxidative cross-linking during the curing process, forming a dry film that is more durable and water-resistant than traditional latex paint composition. | 05-07-2009 |
| 20090104092 | Hydrogenolysis of Glycerol and Products Produced Therefrom - Processes for the hydrogenolysis of glycerol, as well as products produced therefrom are disclosed. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090094099 | EVALUATING COMMODITY CONDITIONS USING MULTIPLE SOURCES OF INFORMATION - Various tools, strategies and techniques are provided for evaluating the condition of commodities in different regions of interest. The evaluation of commodity condition can be facilitated through using multiple information sources and/or one or more likelihood functions associated with the information sources. One or more probability distribution functions may be generated to provide an indication of commodity condition. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090094079 | EVALUATING COMMODITY CONDITIONS USING AERIAL IMAGE DATA - Various tools, strategies and techniques are provided for evaluating the condition of one or more commodities in one or more regions of interest. Collection of image data associated with the commodities can be facilitated through use of an aircraft traveling a predetermined travel route over the regions of interest. The collected image data may be analyzed to evaluate the condition of the commodities, forecast commodity production, and/or to perform other tasks. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090042264 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR MANIPULATING CARBON FLUX IN CELLS - Nucleotide sequences and genetic constructs that can be used to regulate genes encoding enzymes that change carbon flux through metabolic pathways that lead to lactic acid or fumarate production in a host cell, such as a | 02-12-2009 |
| 20090041901 | EGG REPLACEMENT AND EMULSIFIER SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS - A free-flowing composition for reducing or replacing the egg and emulsifier content in baked goods and baked good mixes and a method of making the composition. In some embodiments, the composition may comprise a single free-flowing ingredient. In certain embodiments, the composition comprises a wheat protein isolate and an emulsifier. In other embodiments, the composition additionally comprises a flow agent. In one embodiment, the composition comprises a wheat protein isolate, a propylene glycol ester, a glyceride, and a lecithin. Other embodiments may comprise a food product comprising the composition. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20090018300 | MONOMERS AND POLYMERS FROM BIODERIVED CARBON - The present disclosure provides compositions including biobased monomers derived from biological sources for the synthesis of polymers from bioderived carbon. The monomers and resulting polymers are comparable to petroleum derived monomers and polymers, but have a carbon isotope ratio characteristic of bioderived materials. Methods for synthesizing polymers having 100% biobased materials are also disclosed. | 01-15-2009 |
| 20080317888 | PROCESS FOR OBTAINING LIGNANS - Process for obtaining lignan from plant material by extraction with an extraction solvent and separation of the liquid fraction from the plant material. The separated liquid fraction containing the lignan product is subjected to further processing to remove cyanogenic sugars and other impurities. The resulting lignan containing product may be formulated for the treatment of various conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, hypertension, lupus, and atherosclerosis. | 12-25-2008 |
| 20080305950 | Guanidinated Polysaccharides, Their Use as Absorbents and Process For Producing Same - The present invention relates to cationic, gel forming, guanidinated polysaccharides of Formula I, their use as absorbent materials, and to processes for producing same: Formula I wherein Z | 12-11-2008 |
| 20080261807 | Polysaccharide-Inorganic Composite Particles as Performance Additives for Superabsorbent Polymers - The present invention relates to discrete particulate composite additives for superabsorbent polymers and includes a method of making same. The discrete particulate composite additives generally comprise a polysaccharide and an inert inorganic component. Advantageously, these discrete particulate composite additives functionally improve superabsorbent performance. They are suitable for a number of applications, including the use and manufacture of hygiene products. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20080254200 | Wheat protein and methods of production - Isolated wheat proteins that are substantially free of sulfites and compositions formed from the isolated wheat proteins are described. Methods of forming compositions which include isolated wheat proteins that are substantially free of sulfites are also described. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080228014 | Hydrogenolysis of Glycerol and Products Produced Therefrom - Processes for the hydrogenolysis of glycerol, as well as products produced therefrom are disclosed. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080214852 | Process for preparing a hydrogenation catalysts - Copper compositions that are useful as hydrogenation catalysts are disclosed. In particular, the copper compounds are catalysts for the selective hydrogenation of oils that contain unsaturated fatty acyl components such as unsaturated vegetable oils. Methods of preparing the copper compositions are also disclosed. Methods of hydrogenating unsaturated compositions that contain at least two sites of unsaturation using the hydrogenation catalysts, along with products obtained from the hydrogenation reactions described herein are also disclosed. | 09-04-2008 |
