Firmenich International has patented a method to screen compounds that prevent body odor development. The process involves collecting samples from the axilla, adsorbing them onto a material, and analyzing for specific volatile compounds. The test compound is deemed effective if it reduces these compounds compared to untreated samples. GlobalData’s report on Firmenich International gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Method for identifying compounds to prevent body malodor development
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11874272B2) discloses a method for identifying compounds that can prevent, treat, or reduce malodor development on body surfaces. The method involves contacting a subject with a test compound, collecting a sample of malodor-causing volatile compounds from the axilla, adsorbing the sample onto an adsorbent material, and determining the amount of specific malodor-causing compounds using thermal desorption GC/MS. The effectiveness of the test compound is determined by comparing the levels of these compounds in treated and untreated subjects.
Furthermore, the patent details a method for identifying compounds that can address malodor development on body surfaces by collecting samples from clothing, extracting malodor-causing volatile acid compounds, forming esters of these compounds, and determining their amounts using GC-MS/MS. The test compound's efficacy is evaluated based on the levels of these esters in treated and untreated subjects. Various specific steps and conditions are outlined in the claims, such as the use of specific solvents, reactions, and extraction methods to ensure accurate results in quantifying the malodor-causing compounds. This patent provides a structured approach for evaluating and developing solutions to combat malodor issues effectively.
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