Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Plant material or plant extract of undetermined constitution...
Reexamination Certificate
2011-03-22
2011-03-22
Tate, Christopher R (Department: 1655)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Plant material or plant extract of undetermined constitution...
C424S778000, C424S400000, C424S439000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07910140
ABSTRACT:
The alkali metal salts form of β-acids dissolved in propylene glycol is used to control microbial growth in food products, process streams and other applications, including in cosmetic formulations.
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