A process for producing levulinic acid includes a step of catalytic conversion of a pentose (in particular xylose or arabinose) into furfural in an organic solvent having a boiling temperature from 60° C. to 220° C., followed by a step of reduction of furfural to furfuryl alcohol, in the presence of a Lewis acid as catalyst and a protic solvent. Eventually, furfuryl alcohol is converted into levulinic acid directly or indirectly, by preliminary conversion into a levulinic acid ester and its subsequent hydrolysis. This process has a reduced environmental impact and guarantees satisfactory process yields on an industrial scale. In particular, the process allows to reduce as much as possible the formation of humins, which require complex and costly purification processes and involve a considerable reduction in the levulinic acid yields.
A process for producing a filter element suitable for use in smoking articles may include: embedding a bundle of cellulose acetate fibers with an aqueous suspension of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) to obtain a wet bundle of the cellulose acetate fibers covered by the aqueous suspension of the PHA; shaping the wet bundle in a form of a continuous elongated element; heating the continuous elongated element to temperature greater than or equal to 140° C. and less than or equal to 180° C. for time sufficient to melt the PHA and to evaporate water from the continuous elongated element; cooling the heated continuous elongated element to obtain crystallization of the PHA; and cutting the so-obtained continuous elongated element into segments of predetermined length.
A smoking device including a tubular element containing tobacco and a filtering element connected to an end of the tubular element. The filtering element includes at least one breakable flavouring capsule which includes at least one core having at least one lipophilic substance and at least one flavouring agent dispersed or dissolved in the lipophilic substance; at least one breakable coating which coats the core and which has at least one chitosan having a weight average molecular weight (Mw) between 25 kDa and 400 kDa. Preferably, the breakable coating further includes at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA). The frangible coating that coats the core is able to preserve its hardness, and therefore its breakability, during use by the smoker, i.e. in the presence of humidity and heat that develop from the combustion of tobacco.
A24D 3/06 - Use of materials for tobacco smoke filters
B29C 48/16 - Articles comprising two or more components, e.g. co-extruded layers
B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired formApparatus therefor
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PROCESS FOR PRODUCING POROUS PARTICLES OF A POLYHYDROXYALKANOATE (PHA), POROUS PARTICLES OBTAINABLE FROM SAID PROCESS AND COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING THE SAME
A process for producing porous particles of a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) includes the following steps: providing a spray drying atomization chamber heated to an operating temperature comprised between 50° C. and 300° C.; providing an aqueous suspension having the PHA and an expanding agent which decomposes at the operating temperature of the atomization chamber, with the formation of at least one gaseous compound; and injecting the aqueous suspension into the atomization chamber provided at the operating temperature, so as to cause instantaneous evaporation of the aqueous suspension and decomposition of the expanding agent, with formation of the porous PHA particles. The particles obtained from said process can be used to obtain cosmetic compositions that are soft to the touch, with high oil absorbing capacities and high flow index, able to generate a uniform, filling effect for wrinkles and skin furrows, making the skin more glossy and compact.
C08J 9/08 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof using blowing gases generated by a previously added blowing agent by a chemical blowing agent developing carbon dioxide
Process for producing levulinic acid, which includes a step of catalytic conversion of a pentose (in particular xylose or arabinose) into furfural in an organic solvent having a boiling temperature from 600C to 220°C, followed by a step of reduction of furfural to furfuryl alcohol, in the presence of a Lewis acid as catalyst and a protic solvent. Eventually, furfuryl alcohol is converted into levulinic acid directly or indirectly, by preliminary conversion into a levulinic acid ester and its subsequent hydrolysis. This process has a reduced environmental impact and guarantees satisfactory process yields on an industrial scale. In particular, the process allows to reduce as much as possible the formation of humins, which require complex and costly purification processes and involve a considerable reduction in the levulinic acid yields.
A piezoelectric device includes a membrane having fibres of a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), having average diameter between 100 nm and 2000 nm, and at least one oxide having piezoelectric properties in a subdivided form having at least one average size between 1 nm and 100 nm. Preferably, the PHA fibres are produced by electrospinning. Advantageously, demonstrating good piezoelectric properties and considering that the piezoelectric device includes PHA, a biodegradable and biocompatible material, the device can be used in biological systems, for example in flexible micro-actuator systems for drug delivery and in the engineering of biological tissues (such as, for example, in pacemaker devices).
H01L 41/18 - Selection of materials for piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements
C08G 63/06 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids or from polycarboxylic acids and polyhydroxy compounds derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids
A supercondenser includes at least two electrodes separated by at least one separator having a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) and at least one electrolyte, and relative production process. The supercondenser is flexible, biodegradable, and biocompatible, and can be made with reduced manufacturing costs and can be integrated, for example, in electronic devices that must be used inside biological organisms.
A slow release fertilizer composition includes particles of a nitrogen fertilizer coated with at least one layer having at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), the at least one layer having an average thickness between 1 μm and 200 μm. The relative production process is also described. The slow release fertilizer composition provides for the use of biodegradable and biocompatible materials that allow a slow release of the fertilizer in the culture medium, according to the current regulations, without causing the accumulation of products which are harmful for the environment.
C05G 3/40 - Mixtures of one or more fertilisers with additives not having a specifically fertilising activity for affecting fertiliser dosage or release rateMixtures of one or more fertilisers with additives not having a specifically fertilising activity for affecting solubility
C05G 5/30 - Layered or coated, e.g. dust-preventing coatings
C05C 9/00 - Fertilisers containing urea or urea compounds
B05D 1/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by spraying
B05D 3/04 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by exposure to gases
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MEDICAL DEVICE FOR USE IN THE REGENERATION OF AN INJURED NERVE
A medical device having a tubular membrane with openings adapted to receive the ends of an injured nerve and a lumen to allow the regeneration of the nerve, such that the tubular membrane includes fibers of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) containing 3-hydroxybutyrate monomer units. The fibers have an average diameter from 500 nm to 2000 nm. Preferably, the PHA is a poly-3-hydroxybutyrate homopolymer and the tubular membrane further includes silver nanowires (Ag). The medical device has the advantages of not causing inflammation of the surrounding tissues surrounding the injured nerve, thus demonstrating a high biocompatibility, and at the same time exhibiting high ability to induce the regeneration of the injured nerve, providing a valid support for the maturation of the newly formed nerve fibers.
C08L 67/04 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids, e.g. lactones
D01D 5/00 - Formation of filaments, threads, or the like
D01F 8/14 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the likeManufacture thereof from synthetic polymers with at least one polyester as constituent
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POLYHYDROXYALKANOATES FOR USE IN THE PREVENTION OR TREATMENT OF AN OVERWEIGHT OR OBESITY CONDITION, OR OF METABOLIC DYSFUNCTIONS RELATED TO SAID CONDITION
A polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) containing monomer units of 3-hydroxybutyrate for use, by oral administration, in the prevention or treatment of an overweight or obesity condition, or of metabolic dysfunctions related to the condition. A marked effect was observed on the reduction of the body weight, both in the case of a standard diet and in the case of a diet rich in fats, a reduction that can be attributed to an increase in lipid oxidation to the detriment of the deposit of excess lipids, as confirmed by the decrease in the body weight and by analyses of the body composition. A positive effect on the metabolic dysfunctions related to an overweight or obesity condition has also been verified, in particular on dyslipidemias, such as the blood level of low-density lipoproteins (LDL cholesterol) and triglycerides, as well as an improvement in the inflammatory state.
C08G 63/06 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids or from polycarboxylic acids and polyhydroxy compounds derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids
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Powdered compositions based on polyhydroxyalkanoates and uses thereof in dental prophylaxes
Powdered composition comprising: (a) 100 parts by weight of at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) in the form of particles having an average diameter (d50) from 1 μm to 100 μm, preferably from 5 μm to 60 μm; (b) from 0.1 to 10 parts by weight, preferably from 0.5 to 5 parts by weight, of at least one silicate or silica. The powdered composition, having a relatively low abrasivity index and high flowability, can be used in air-polishing without causing excessive abrasion of the enamel and of the root cementum and without causing sticking in the device. Furthermore, the presence of PHA, being a polymer characterized by high biodegradability, makes the powdered composition particularly suitable for use in the oral cavity.
A smoking device (1) comprising a tubular element (2) containing tobacco (3) and a filtering element (7) connected to an end of said tubular element, wherein said filtering element includes at least one breakable flavouring capsule (10) which comprises: at least one core comprising at least one lipophilic substance and at least one flavouring agent dispersed or dissolved in said lipophilic substance; at least one breakable coating which coats said core and which comprises at least one chitosan having a weight average molecular weight (Mw) comprised between 25 kDa and 400 kDa. Preferably, the breakable coating further comprises at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA). The frangible coating that coats the core is able to preserve its hardness, and therefore its breakability, during use by the smoker, i.e. in the presence of humidity and heat that develop from the combustion of tobacco.
An aerosol-generating article comprising an aerosol-forming substrate and at least one element including at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), said at least one element being placed downstream with respect to the aerosol forming substrate. According to a preferred embodiment, the aerosol-generating article comprises: an aerosol-forming substrate; a support element located immediately downstream of the aerosol-forming substrate; an aerosol-cooling element located downstream of the support element; and an outer wrapper circumscribing the aerosol-forming substrate, the support element and the aerosol-cooling element; wherein the aerosol-cooling element includes at least one PHA. The at least one element including at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) is able to quench reactive oxygen species (ROS) which are inevitably present in the volatile substances produced by heating the aerosol-forming substrate.
An aerosol-generating article may include: an aerosol-forming substrate; and/or at least one element including at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA). The at least one element may be downstream with respect to the aerosol-forming substrate. An aerosol-generating article may include: an aerosol-forming substrate; a support element immediately downstream of the aerosol-forming substrate; an aerosol-cooling element downstream of the support element; and/or an outer wrapper circumscribing the aerosol-forming substrate, the support element, and the aerosol-cooling element. The aerosol-cooling element may include at least one PHA. A method for quenching reactive oxygen species (ROS) in an aerosol produced by an aerosol-generating article comprising an aerosol-forming substrate may include: providing the aerosol-generating article with at least one element including at least one PHA. The at least one element is downstream with respect to the aerosol-forming substrate.
A24F 47/00 - Smokers’ requisites not otherwise provided for
B05B 12/08 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target
C08L 67/04 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids, e.g. lactones
A polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) for use in prevention of colorectal cancer (CRC) by oral administration can include: 3-hydroxybutyrate monomeric units. A method for prevention of CRC can include: orally administering to a subject an effective amount of PHA containing 3-hydroxybutyrate monomeric units. A method for prevention of CRC can include: orally administering to a subject a daily dosage of PHA containing 3-hydroxybutyrate monomeric units.
A filter element suitable for use in a smoking article, and a process for producing the same. The filter element comprises cellulose acetate fibers bonded together by means of a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) surrounding the cellulose acetate fibers. The PHA is used as bonding agent for the cellulose acetate fibers, instead of triacetin or other bonding agents, which is a highly biodegradable polymer that is able to bond the cellulose acetate fibers when applied on the fiber surface, causing the formation of random connection points to retain a space between the fibers suitable for a correct pressure drop during smoking and to impart a suitable hardness to the filter element. Moreover, since the PHA has a relatively high melting point and is substantially insoluble in water, it does not soften or melt when it is subjected to the warm and humid smoke produced during cigarette smoking, so as to prevent softening or collapsing of the filter element during smoking. Moreover, the presence of the PHA on the surface of the cellulose acetate fibers forming the filter element causes a remarkable reduction of toxic substances in the cigarette smoke, especially as regards reactive oxygen species
A24D 3/10 - Use of materials for tobacco smoke filters of organic materials as carrier or major constituent of cellulose or cellulose derivatives
A24D 3/14 - Use of materials for tobacco smoke filters of organic materials as additive
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PROCESS FOR PRODUCING POROUS PARTICLES OF A POLYHYDROXYALKANOATE (PHA), POROUS PARTICLES OBTAINABLE FROM SAID PROCESS AND COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING THE SAME
The present invention relates to a process for producing porous particles of a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) comprising: providing a spray drying atomization chamber heated to an operating temperature comprised between 500°C and 3000°C; providing an aqueous suspension comprising the PHA and an expanding agent which decomposes at the operating temperature of the atomization chamber, with the formation of at least one gaseous compound; injecting the aqueous suspension into the atomization chamber provided at the operating temperature, so as to cause instantaneous evaporation of the aqueous suspension and decomposition of the expanding agent, with formation of the porous PHA particles. The particles obtained from said process can be used to obtain cosmetic compositions that are soft to the touch, with high oil absorbing capacities and high flow index, able to generate a uniform, filling effect for wrinkles and skin furrows, making the skin more glossy and compact.
C08J 9/08 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof using blowing gases generated by a previously added blowing agent by a chemical blowing agent developing carbon dioxide
w) not greater than 250,000 Da and preferably not greater than 150,000 Da. This composition is particularly suitable as a binder for coating products. The composition can be produced by mixing the PHA with the aromatic organic solvent and heating the mixture at a temperature close to the PHA melting temperature, maintaining the mixture under stirring until complete dissolution of the polymer. Alternatively, the composition can be produced by dissolution of the PHA in a non-aromatic organic solvent having low boiling temperature where the PHA is highly soluble, subsequent addition of the aromatic organic solvent and subsequent removal of the non-aromatic organic solvent by fractional distillation.
A slow release fertilizer composition comprising particles of a nitrogen fertilizer coated with at least one layer comprising at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), said at least one layer having an average thickness comprised between 1 pm and 200 pm. The relative production process is also described. The slow release fertilizer composition provides for the use of biodegradable and biocompatible materials that allow a slow release of the fertilizer in the culture medium, according to the current regulations, without causing the accumulation of products which are harmful for the environment.
B01J 2/00 - Processes or devices for granulating materials, in generalRendering particulate materials free flowing in general, e.g. making them hydrophobic
C05G 3/00 - Mixtures of one or more fertilisers with additives not having a specifically fertilising activity
C05G 5/30 - Layered or coated, e.g. dust-preventing coatings
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PIEZOELECTRIC DEVICE COMPRISING A MEMBRANE COMPRISING FIBRES OF A POLYHYDROXYALKANOATE
A piezoelectric device comprising a membrane comprising fibres of a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), having average diameter comprised between 100 nm and 2000 nm, and at least one oxide having piezoelectric properties in a subdivided form having at least one average size comprised between 1 nm and 100 nm. Preferably the PHA fibres are produced by electrospinning. Advantageously, demonstrating good piezoelectric properties and considering that the piezoelectric device according to the present invention comprises PHA, a biodegradable and biocompatible material, the device can be used in biological systems, for example in flexible micro-actuator systems for drug delivery and in the engineering of biological tissues (such as, for example, in pacemaker devices).
The present invention relates to a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), and its relative formulation, for use in the treatment and/or prevention of diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms of the oral cavity. More specifically, the aforesaid use is carried out through the sequestration of pathogenic microorganisms by the PHA and consequent removal of the same from the dental surface. When introduced into the oral cavity, while not presenting any inhibitory activity towards the growth of cariogenic streptococci, the PHA is able to coaggregate these microorganisms on itself (in a more or less marked way according to the bacterial strain), thereby subtracting them from the interaction with the dental surface and the mucous membranes of the mouth. This property, which can be compared to a sort of "magnetic effect" by the PHA on microorganisms, can be usefully exploited since the PHA, on whose surface the coaggregation of microorganisms occurs quickly, can be easily removed, significantly reducing the bacterial load of the oral cavity, in particular the load of cariogenic and/or opportunist microorganisms responsible for many oral cavity diseases.
Supercondenser comprising at least two electrodes separated by at least one separator comprising a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) and at least one electrolyte, and relative production process. The supercondenser is flexible, biodegradable and biocompatible, can be made with reduced manufacturing costs and can be integrated, for example, in electronic devices that must be used inside biological organisms.
Medical device comprising a tubular membrane having openings adapted to receive the ends of an injured nerve and a lumen to allow the regeneration of said nerve, wherein said tubular membrane comprises fibers of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) containing 3- hydroxybutyrate monomer units, said fibers having an average diameter comprised from 500 nm to 2000 nm. Preferably, the PHA is a poly-3-hydroxybutyrate homopolymer and the tubular membrane further comprises silver nanowires (Ag). The medical device according to the invention has the advantages of not causing inflammation of the surrounding tissues surrounding the injured nerve, thus demonstrating a high biocompatibility, and at the same time exhibiting high ability to induce the regeneration of the injured nerve, providing a valid support for the maturation of the newly formed nerve fibers.
Membrane for re-establishing the continuity of injured biological tissues, which comprises a non-woven fabric of fibres of a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) containing 3-hydroxybutyrate monomer units, wherein said fibers have an average diameter comprised from 800 nm to 3500 nm. Preferably the PHA is a poly-3-hydroxybutyrate homopolymer and at least one active ingredient is associated with the fibers of the non-woven fabric. The membrane according to the present invention has the advantages of promoting the healing of injured biological tissues relatively quickly, without inducing excessive inflammatory or rejection reactions, thus demonstrating a high biocompatibility, thereby providing a valid support in the healing process of biological tissue injuries and preventing the formation of dehiscences and incisional hernias.
A61L 31/06 - Macromolecular materials obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
A61L 31/14 - Materials characterised by their function or physical properties
A61L 31/16 - Biologically active materials, e.g. therapeutic substances
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POLYHYDROXYALKANOATES FOR USE IN THE PREVENTION OR TREATMENT OF AN OVERWEIGHT OR OBESITY CONDITION, OR OF METABOLIC DYSFUNCTIONS RELATED TO SAID CONDITION
The present invention relates to polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) containing monomer units of 3-hydroxybutyrate for use, by oral administration, in the prevention or treatment of an overweight or obesity condition, or of metabolic dysfunctions related to said condition. A marked effect was observed on the reduction of the body weight, both in the case of a standard diet and in the case of a diet rich in fats, a reduction that can be attributed to an increase in lipid oxidation to the detriment of the deposit of excess lipids, as confirmed by the decrease in the body weight and by analyses of the body composition. A positive effect on the metabolic dysfunctions related to an overweight or obesity condition has also been verified, in particular on dyslipidemias, such as the blood level of low-density lipoproteins (LDL cholesterol) and triglycerides, as well as an improvement in the inflammatory state.
A method for bioremediation of waters contaminated with hydrocarbons may include: putting the contaminated waters in contact with at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA); and/or allowing microorganisms, present in the contaminated waters and capable of metabolizing the hydrocarbons, to develop and degrade the hydrocarbons under an aerobic condition.
B09C 1/08 - Reclamation of contaminated soil chemically
B09C 1/10 - Reclamation of contaminated soil microbiologically or by using enzymes
A62D 3/02 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by biological methods, i.e. processes using enzymes or microorganisms
Powdered composition comprising: (a) 100 parts by weight of at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) in the form of particles having an average diameter (d50) from 1 pm to 100 pm, preferably from 5 pm to 60 pm; (b) from 0.1 to 10 parts by weight, preferably from 0.5 to 5 parts by weight, of at least one silicate or silica. The powdered composition, having a relatively low abrasivity index and high flowability, can be used in air-polishing without causing excessive abrasion of the enamel and of the root cementum and without causing sticking in the device. Furthermore, the presence of PHA, being a polymer characterized by high biodegradability, makes the powdered composition particularly suitable for use in the oral cavity.
The present invention relates to a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) containing 3-hydroxybutyrate monomeric units for use in the prevention of colorectal cancer (CRC) by oral administration. Preferably, the PHA is polyhydrobutyrate (PHB). This is the surprising result of a non-pharmacological preclinical trial approach, which has been explored for prevention of CRC via the oral administration of a PHA in a rat model. The oral administration may be an enteral administration to a subject, e.g. to a subject that has a predisposition in developing CRC or has already shown at least one clinical symptom which is typical of an early stage of CRC. Alternatively, the oral administration may be a dietary administration, which can be directed to a vast majority of population, which wishes to obtain a preventive effect against the onset of CRC.
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Chemical compositions and materials for use in cosmetics; Antimicrobial preservatives for cosmetics; Chemical substances for the manufacture of cosmetics; Raw materials [chemical] for the formulation of cosmetic products; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiers for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emollients for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Vitamins for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Protein for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical products for the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen based ingredients for cosmetic preparations; Chemical additives for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen used as a raw ingredient in the manufacture of cosmetics; Herb extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Plant extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiable beeswax derivative for use in the manufacture of cosmetic preparations; Chemical substances for use in the production of drugs; Active chemical ingredients for use in the manufacture of anti-cancer drugs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for stabilising foodstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for preserving the freshness of feedstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemicals for use in the pharmaceutical industry; Polymeric chemicals for use in the cosmetic industry; Chemical preparations for use in the food industry; Chemicals for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemicals for use in the waste treatment industry and recycling; Unprocessed artificial and synthetic resins; Unprocessed plastics in all forms; Chemical additives; Additives (Chemical -) for use in plastics; Chemical additives to polymers; Chemical additives for use in industry; Waste treatment chemicals; Unprocessed acrylonitrile butadiene styrene resins; Chemical polymers; Polymers for industrial use; Plastics, polymers, resins, bioplastics, biopolymers, bioresins, and emulsions; Unprocessed plastics; Biodegradable plastic used in industry, science, agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Biopolymers for the cosmetic, food, healthcare, packaging and consumer goods industries; Biopolymeric PHAs obtained from sugar beet; Polymers for industrial use; Polymer compounds for use in manufacture; Polymers for use in the production of semi-finished products; Polymer coatings; Polymer solutions; Polymerisates of organic compounds for the plastics industry; Synthetic resins, unprocessed; Unprocessed synthetic resins for use in the manufacture of plastic molding compounds; Unprocessed plastics; Additives (Chemical -) for use in plastics; Polymerization plastics; Chemicals for use in cleaning water; Biopolymers for purifying water; Reagents for medical research; Reagent for chemical analyses; Reagents for research purposes; Reagents for scientific purposes; Diagnostic reagents for scientific or research use; None of the aforesaid goods for perfumes. Skin soap; Soaps; Soaps in liquid form; Soap products; Cosmetic soaps; Hand soaps; Soaps and gels; Non-medicated soaps; Handmade soaps; Soaps for body care; Soaps in gel form; Liquid soaps for hands and face; Skin care preparations; Essential oils for the care of the skin; Skin lotion; Skincare cosmetics; Skin care oils [cosmetic]; Skin care creams [cosmetic]; Skin cream; Beauty balm creams; Skin care creams, other than for medical use; Compounds for skin care after exposure to the suns rays; Balms, other than for medical purposes; Skin balms (Non-medicated -); Skin conditioning creams for cosmetic purposes; Moisturizers; Moisturising creams; Body moisturisers; Cosmetic moisturisers; Moisturising concentrates [cosmetic]; Moisturising body lotion [cosmetic]; After sun moisturisers; Non-medicated moisturisers; Hydrating creams for cosmetic use; Moisturising gels [cosmetic]; Moisturising preparations; Cosmetic creams; Skin conditioners; Mousses [cosmetics]; Skin cleansers [cosmetic]; Cosmetics; Tanning preparations; Mineral oils [cosmetic]; Herbal extracts for cosmetic purposes; Collagen preparations for cosmetic purposes; Cosmetics containing panthenol; Greases for cosmetic purposes; Essential oils; Essential vegetable oils; Oils for cosmetic purposes; Natural cosmetics; Organic cosmetics; Body cleaning and beauty care preparations; Sun tan milk; Cosmetic sun-protecting preparations; Sunscreen lotions; Cosmetic suntan lotions; Cosmetic sun-protecting preparations; After sun creams; Suntanning oil [cosmetics]; Sun-tanning gels; Mineral water sprays for cosmetic purposes; Body sprays; Body sprays [non-medicated]; Scented body spray; Skin cleaning and freshening sprays; Topical skin sprays for cosmetic purposes; Beauty care cosmetics; Cosmetics and cosmetic preparations; Non-medicated cosmetics; Cosmetics for use in the treatment of wrinkled skin; Cosmetics for the treatment of dry skin; Skincare cosmetics; Lip cosmetics; Cosmetics for use on the skin; Cosmetics for personal use; Facial cleansers [cosmetic]; Facial scrubs [cosmetic]; Cosmetic moisturisers; Facial moisturisers [cosmetic]; Cosmetic preparations for body care; Cosmetic preparations for skin firming; Facial toners [cosmetic]; Collagen preparations for cosmetic application; Collagen preparations for cosmetic purposes; Anti-wrinkle cream; Wrinkle-minimizing cosmetic preparations for topical facial use; Toning lotion, for the face, body and hands.
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Biocompatible polymeric nanoparticles containing functional metal nanostructures, preparation processes, and related uses in diagnostic and/or therapeutic fields
Biocompatible polymeric nanoparticles may include: a biocompatible polymer and/or functional metal nanostructures. The biocompatible polymer may be a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA). The functional metal nanostructures may include at least one noble metal, at least one magnetic metal oxide, or mixtures thereof. The biocompatible polymeric nanoparticles may have an average size less than or equal to 200 nanometers (nm).
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Goods & Services
Chemical compositions and materials for use in cosmetics; Antimicrobial preservatives for cosmetics; Chemical substances for use in the manufacture of scented cosmetics; Raw materials [chemical] for the formulation of cosmetic products; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiers for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emollients for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Vitamins for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Protein for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical products for the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen based ingredients for cosmetic preparations; Chemical additives for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen used as a raw ingredient in the manufacture of cosmetics; Herb extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Plant extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiable beeswax derivative for use in the manufacture of cosmetic preparations; Chemical substances for use in the production of drugs; Active chemical ingredients for use in the manufacture of anti-cancer drugs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for stabilising foodstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for preserving the freshness of feedstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemicals for use in the pharmaceutical industry; Polymeric chemicals for use in the cosmetic industry; Chemical preparations for use in the food industry; Chemicals for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemicals for use in the waste treatment industry and recycling; Unprocessed artificial and synthetic resins; Unprocessed plastics in all forms; Chemical additives; Additives (Chemical -) for use in plastics; Chemical additives to polymers; Chemical additives for use in industry; Waste treatment chemicals; Unprocessed acrylonitrile butadiene styrene resins; Chemical polymers; Polymers for industrial use; Plastics, polymers, resins, bioplastics, biopolymers, bioresins and emulsions, unprocessed plastics; Biodegradable plastic used in industry, science, agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Biopolymers for the cosmetic, food, healthcare, packaging and consumer goods industries; Biopolymeric PHAs obtained from sugar beet; Polymers for industrial use; Polymer compounds for use in manufacture; Polymers for use in the production of semi-finished products; Polymer coatings; Polymer solutions; Polymerisates of organic compounds for the plastics industry; Synthetic resins, unprocessed; Unprocessed synthetic resins for use in the manufacture of plastic molding compounds; Unprocessed plastics; Additives (Chemical -) for use in plastics; Polymerization plastics; Chemicals for use in cleaning water; Biopolymers for purifying water; Reagents for medical research; Reagent for chemical analyses; Reagents for research purposes; Reagents for scientific purposes; Diagnostic reagents for scientific or research use. Skin soap; Soaps; Soaps in liquid form; Soap products; Cosmetic soaps; Hand soaps; Soaps and gels; Non-medicated soaps; Handmade soaps; Soaps for body care; Soaps in gel form; Liquid soaps for hands and face; Skin care preparations; Essential oils for the care of the skin; Skin lotion; Skincare cosmetics; Skin care oils [cosmetic]; Skin care creams [cosmetic]; Skin cream; Beauty balm creams; Skin care creams, other than for medical use; Compounds for skin care after exposure to the suns rays; Balms, other than for medical purposes; Skin balms (Non-medicated -); Skin conditioning creams for cosmetic purposes; Moisturizers; Moisturising creams; Body moisturisers; Cosmetic moisturisers; Moisturising concentrates [cosmetic]; Moisturising body lotion [cosmetic]; After sun moisturisers; Non-medicated moisturisers; Hydrating creams for cosmetic use; Moisturising gels [cosmetic]; Moisturising preparations; Cosmetic creams; Skin conditioners; Mousses [cosmetics]; Skin cleansers [cosmetic]; Cosmetics; Tanning preparations; Mineral oils [cosmetic]; Herbal extracts for cosmetic purposes; Collagen preparations for cosmetic purposes; Cosmetics containing panthenol; Greases for cosmetic purposes; Essential oils; Essential vegetable oils; Oils for cosmetic purposes; Natural cosmetics; Organic cosmetics; Body cleaning and beauty care preparations; Sun tan milk; Cosmetic sun-protecting preparations; Sunscreen lotions; Cosmetic suntan lotions; Cosmetic sun-protecting preparations; After sun creams; Suntanning oil [cosmetics]; Sun-tanning gels; Mineral water sprays for cosmetic purposes; Body sprays; Body sprays [non-medicated]; Scented body spray; Skin cleaning and freshening sprays; Topical skin sprays for cosmetic purposes; Beauty care cosmetics; Cosmetics and cosmetic preparations; Non-medicated cosmetics; Cosmetics for use in the treatment of wrinkled skin; Cosmetics for the treatment of dry skin; Skincare cosmetics; Lip cosmetics; Cosmetics for use on the skin; Cosmetics for personal use; Facial cleansers [cosmetic]; Facial scrubs [cosmetic]; Cosmetic moisturisers; Facial moisturisers [cosmetic]; Cosmetic preparations for body care; Cosmetic preparations for skin firming; Facial toners [cosmetic]; Collagen preparations for cosmetic application; Collagen preparations for cosmetic purposes; Anti-wrinkle cream; Wrinkle-minimizing cosmetic preparations for topical facial use; Toning lotion, for the face, body and hands. Cosmetic research.
32.
COMPOSITION BASED ON AT LEAST ONE BIODEGRADABLE POLYMER AND USE THEREOF AS A BINDER FOR COATING PRODUCTS
ww) not greater than 250,000 Da, preferably not greater than 150,000 Da. This composition is particularly suitable for use as a binder for coating products. The composition can be produced by mixing the PHA with the aromatic organic solvent and heating the mixture at a temperature close to the melting temperature of the PHA, maintaining the mixture under stirring until complete dissolution of the polymer. Alternatively, the composition can be produced by dissolution of the PHA in a non-aromatic organic solvent having low boiling temperature (lower than 80°C) in which the PHA is highly soluble, subsequent addition of the aromatic organic solvent and subsequent removal of the non-aromatic organic solvent by fractional distillation.
C09D 167/04 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids, e.g. lactones
C08J 3/09 - Making solutions, dispersions, lattices or gels by other methods than by solution, emulsion or suspension polymerisation techniques in organic liquids
C08L 67/04 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids, e.g. lactones
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
35 - Advertising and business services
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Chemical compositions and materials for use in cosmetics; Antimicrobial preservatives for cosmetics; Chemical substances for use in the manufacture of scented cosmetics; Raw materials [chemical] for the formulation of cosmetic products; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiers for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emollients for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Vitamins for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Protein for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical products for the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen based ingredients for cosmetic preparations; Chemical additives for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen used as a raw ingredient in the manufacture of cosmetics; Herb extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Plant extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiable beeswax derivative for use in the manufacture of cosmetic preparations; Chemical substances for use in the production of drugs; Active chemical ingredients for use in the manufacture of anti-cancer drugs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for stabilising foodstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for preserving the freshness of feedstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemicals for use in the pharmaceutical industry; Polymeric chemicals for use in the cosmetic industry; Chemical preparations for use in the food industry; Chemicals for use in the manufacture of cosmetics. Soaps; Perfume; Essential oils; Cosmetics; Hair preparations and treatments; Dentifrices; Cosmetic creams and lotions; Gels for cosmetic use; Balms, other than for medical purposes; Bath salts; Personal deodorants. Dietary supplements with a cosmetic effect. Advertising in relation to cosmetics, environmentally friendly products and renewables; Online retail services relating to cosmetics; Consumer product information in relation to cosmetics, environmentally friendly products and renewables; Mail order retail services for cosmetics; Providing of consultancy in the field of consumer products in relation to cosmetics, environmentally friendly products and renewables; Online retail store services relating to cosmetic and beauty products; Conducting of marketing studies in relation to cosmetics, perfumery, beauty products, environmentally friendly products and renewables; Promotion services, Namely raising public awareness by providing information on the environment and renewables. Tuition; Providing of training; Providing of training and consultancy in the educational sector; arranging and conducting of colloquiums, conferences, seminars and conventions; Organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; Publishing services; Publication of books; Publication of electronic books and journals on-line; Publication of texts, other than publicity texts; Providing on-line electronic publications, not downloadable; Production and distribution of television programming and films; Videotape production; Entertainment; Sporting and cultural activities; All of the aforesaid services relating to the socio-economic or environmental impact of the production and consumption of sustainable products using raw materials obtained from renewable sources. Cosmetic research; Certification [quality control]; Testing services for the certification of quality or standards; Quality testing of products for certification purposes; Testing, analysis and evaluation of the goods of others for the purpose of certification; Testing, analysis and evaluation of the goods and services of others for the purpose of certification; Chemical analysis; Water analysis; Quality control; Clinical trials; Research and development for others; Biological research; Geological research; Bacteriological research; Chemical research; Cosmetic research; Research in the field of environmental protection; Scientific research; Research relating to technology; Chemist services; Packaging design; Environmental testing; Environmental consultancy services; Environmental hazard assessment; Environmental assessment services; Consultation in environment protection; Technical consulting in the field of environmental engineering; Research in the field of environmental conservation; Consultancy services relating to environmental planning; Environmental monitoring of waste storage areas; Environmental monitoring of waste treatment areas; Environmental testing and inspection services; Environmental testing services to detect contaminants in water; Environmental surveys.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Chemicals for use in the waste treatment industry and recycling; Unprocessed artificial and synthetic resins; Unprocessed plastics in all forms; Chemical additives; Additives (Chemical -) for use in plastics; Chemical additives to polymers; Chemical additives for use in industry; Waste treatment chemicals; Unprocessed acrylonitrile butadiene styrene resins; Chemical polymers; Polymers for industrial use; Polymer compounds for use in manufacture; Polymer beads for use in manufacturing; Unprocessed plastics for industrial use; Unprocessed plastics; Chemical compositions and materials for use in cosmetics; Antimicrobial preservatives for cosmetics; Chemical substances for use in the manufacture of scented cosmetics; Raw materials [chemical] for the formulation of cosmetic products; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiers for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emollients for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Vitamins for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Protein for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical products for the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen based ingredients for cosmetic preparations; Chemical additives for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen used as a raw ingredient in the manufacture of cosmetics; Herb extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Plant extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiable beeswax derivative for use in the manufacture of cosmetic preparations; Chemical substances for use in the production of drugs; Active chemical ingredients for use in the manufacture of anti-cancer drugs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for stabilising foodstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for preserving the freshness of feedstuffs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemicals for use in the pharmaceutical industry; Polymeric chemicals for use in the cosmetic industry; Chemical preparations for use in the food industry; Chemicals for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemicals for use in the waste treatment industry and recycling; Plastics, polymers, resins, bioplastics, biopolymers, bioresins, and emulsions; Biodegradable plastic used in industry, science, agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Biopolymers for the cosmetic, food, healthcare, packaging and consumer goods industries; Biopolymeric PHAs obtained from sugar beet; Polymers for industrial use; Polymers for use in the production of semi-finished products; Polymer coatings; Polymer solutions; Polymerisates of organic compounds for the plastics industry; Synthetic resins, unprocessed; Unprocessed synthetic resins for use in the manufacture of plastic molding compounds; Polymerization plastics; Chemicals for use in cleaning water; Biopolymers for purifying water; Reagents for medical research; Reagent for chemical analyses; Reagents for research purposes; Reagents for scientific purposes; Diagnostic reagents for scientific or research use; Biopolymers (PHAs); Biopolymers (PHAs) obtained from carbon dioxide; Chemical preparations for use in processing photosensitive material; Chemical additives for fuel treatment; Chemicals for use in the treatment of liquid hydrocarbons; Chemicals used in the treatment of waste streams; Dehydrating agents for the treatment of plastics materials; Chemical substances for removing contaminants from gas-treating solvents; Agglutinants for wood; Woodworking adhesives for industrial use; Sawdust fertilizers; Pyroligneous acid; Wood pulp; Wood alcohol; Chemical agents for hardening wood; Enzymes for removing resins from pulp in the paper fabrication industry; Additives (Chemical -) for use in the processing of plastics; Additives (Chemical -) for rubber processing; Solvents for use in the processing of plastics; Industrial salts for alkali-metal chloride electrolysis; Chemical gas purifying agents; Carbonaceous absorbents for separation of gases; Carbonaceous absorbents for the purification of gases; Chemical catalysts for use in synthesis gas and olefin purification; Synthesis gas catalysts for use in ammonia manufacture and plant operation; Gaseous hydrocarbon compounds; Gases for industrial purposes; Test gases; Gases for use as blowing agents; Inert gases for industrial use; Gases for industrial purposes; Gases for laboratory use [other than for medical use]; Synthetic gas for industrial use; Gaseous hydrocarbons; Carbon dioxide bonding agents for respiratory gases; Gas mixtures for use in science; Test gas mixtures; Toxic gas neutralizers; Chemicals for use in the gas industry; Chemical preparations for the binding of gaseous industrial wastes; Gas purifying preparations; Chemical reagents for decontaminating gases; Chemical reagents for decontaminating gases; Chemical substances for use in treating poisonous gases; Chemical substances for use in treating malodorous gases; Chemical substances for use in dissolving toxic gases; Chemical substances for use as adsorbents in the administration of inhalant gases; Chemical substances for use in neutralizing malodorous gases; Chemical substances for use in neutralizing toxic gases; Chemical substances for use in neutralizing toxic gases; Chemical substances for use in dissolving poisonous gases; Chemical substances for use in treating toxic gases; Chemical substances for use in dissolving malodorous gases; Substances for the purification of gases; Solid gaseous filtering substances; Chemicals for use in the manufacture of solar cells; Chemical compositions for controlling a spillage of hazardous wastes; Enzyme preparations for the processing of waste matter; Enzyme preparations for the deodorising of waste matter; Enzyme preparations for the decomposition of waste matter; Chemical preparations for the binding of liquid waste; Chemicals for treating hazardous waste; all aforementioned goods excluding paints and varnishes. Semi-processed plastics; Synthetic resins [semi-finished products]; Recycled compound plastics; Recycled plastics; Semi-worked polymer resins; Semi-processed plastics; Artificial resins in extruded form for use in manufacture; Plastic material in extruded form for use in production; Extruded plastics [semi-finished products]; Plastic materials for the manufacture of containers; Semi-finished products of plastic materials or biopolymers (PHAs); Recycled rubber; Recycled rubber mixed with plastic material; Recycled compound plastics for use in manufacture; Hydrochlorinated rubber. Installation, maintenance and servicing of industrial machines and automated industrial machines for the processing and recycling of waste, paper, cardboard and plastic; Construction of factories for the reprocessing of waste; Repair or maintenance of machines and machine tools for the treatment of plastics; Hazardous waste clean-up services; Recharging of batteries. Mothproofing services; Anti-mildew treatment; Gas production services; Air treatment; Woodworking; Timber preservation; Woodworking; Preservative treatment of wood [other than painting]; Dry-rot treatment of timber; Providing information relating to woodworking; Treatment of waste; Recycling and waste treatment; Processing of dry gas; Treatment of hazardous gases; Mothproofing services; Processing of chemicals; Treatment of hazardous liquids; Vulcanization [material treatment]; Treatment and processing of plastics; Blast treatment of a surface (Services for the -); Providing material treatment information; Treatment of plastic materials to produce plastic mouldings; Soil, waste or water treatment services [environmental remediation services]; Chemical treatment of exhaust gases from fossil fuel combustion; Treatment of chemical waste; Treatment and recycling of packaging; Treatment of waste materials; Processing of hydrocarbons; Processing of plastics; Processing of hydrocarbon derivatives; Gas production services; Treatment of semi-manufactured products by means of electrolysis; Treatment of finished products by means of electrolysis; Waste treatment by electrolysis; Electroplating; Filtration of gases; Incineration of gases; Petroleum gas liquefaction; Generation of gas and electricity; Purification of gases; Refining of gas; Recovery of hydrocarbons from gas; Recycling of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) containing gases; Recycling of insulating gases from air conditioning plant; Recycling of insulating gases from freezers; Recycling of insulating gases from refrigerators; Gas compression services; Natural gas liquefaction services; Gas production services; Processing of gas and oil; Generation of electricity from solar energy; Production of electrical power from renewable sources; Consultancy relating to the recycling of waste and trash; Consultancy relating to the incineration of waste and trash; Consultancy relating to the destruction of waste and trash; Destruction of waste; Extraction of minerals contained in waste residues; Providing information relating to the recycling of waste; Providing information relating to the rental of waste compacting machines and apparatus; Treatment of waste; Waste management services [recycling]; Treatment of hazardous waste; Waste incineration; Reclamation of material from waste; Chemical recycling of waste products; Recycling of waste; Recycling of waste and trash; Recycling of waste; Recycling of waste and trash; Information, advice and consultancy services relating to the recycling of waste and trash; Recycling of waste; Waste and/or water treatment services; Industrial toxic waste disposal; Sorting of waste and recyclable material [transformation]; Treatment [reclamation] of industrial waste; Treatment of waste; Treatment [reclamation] of material from waste; Treatment [recycling] of waste; Destruction of waste; Upcycling [waste recycling]; Generation of electricity from geothermal energy; Energy production. Research and development services; Development of industrial processes; Research in the field of materials science; Research and development of new products for third parties in the field of plastic materials; Research and development in relation to biopolymers (PHAs); Environmental testing of exhaust emissions; Greenhouse gas emission measuring and analysis; Monitoring of contaminated land for gas; Technical design and planning of pipelines for gas, water and waste water; Development of computer programs for analysis of exhaust gas emissions; Gas exploration; Geophysical exploration for the oil, gas and mining industries; Engineering services relating to gas transport and supply systems; Engineering services in the field of electrical power and natural gas production; Engineering services for the gas industry; Prospecting for the oil, gas and mining industries; Research in the reduction of carbon emissions; Provision of scientific information, advice and consultancy in relation to carbon offsetting; Drafting and development of photovoltaic systems; Design and development of software for control, regulation and monitoring of solar energy systems; Design and development of regenerative energy generation systems; Research relating to waste analysis; Provision of information concerning research and technical project studies relating to the use of natural energy; Technological consultancy in the fields of energy production and use; Technological analysis relating to energy and power needs of others; Advisory services relating to the use of energy; Technological consulting services in the field of alternative energy generation; Engineering services in the field of energy technology.
Process for producing levulinic acid, wherein a carbohydrate-based substrate is subjected to a treatment step in aqueous environment at acid pH at a temperature from 120°C to 200°C, so as to obtain a reaction mixture comprising levulinic acid, 2,5- (hydroxymethyl ) furfural (HMF), formic acid, water- insoluble humins and water-soluble humins. This is then subjected to a filtration step, from which a liquid phase is obtained, comprising levulinic acid, HMF, formic acid, and water-soluble humins. After appropriate heating, a liquid-vapor mixture is obtained that is sent to a fractional distillation step, so as to obtain: a water-based head phase, an intermediate phase comprising formic acid, and a tail-end phase comprising levulinic acid, HMF, and water-soluble humins. From the tail-end phase, through a thin film evaporator a gaseous phase comprising levulinic acid and HMF, and a liquid phase comprising water-soluble humins are separated. The levulinic acid is separated from the HMF through fractional distillation. The process is characterized by reduced environmental impact, without the use of organic solvents, and guarantees satisfactory process yields on an industrial scale, with a suitable degree of purity of the levulinic acid for its most common applications.
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
35 - Advertising and business services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Skin soap; Soap; Soaps in liquid form; Soap products; Cosmetic soaps; Hand soaps; Soaps and gels; Non-medicated soaps; Handmade soap; Soaps for body care; Soaps in gel form; Liquid soaps for hands and face; Skin care preparations; Essential oils for the care of the skin; Skin lotion; Cosmetic preparations for skin care; Skin care oils [cosmetic]; Skin care creams [cosmetic]; Skin cream; Beauty balm creams; Skin care creams, other than for medical use; Compounds for skin care after exposure to the suns rays; Balms, other than for medical purposes; Skin balms (Non-medicated -); Skin conditioning creams for cosmetic purposes; Moisturizers; Moisturising creams; Body moisturisers; Cosmetic moisturisers; Moisturising concentrates [cosmetic]; Moisturising body lotion [cosmetic]; After sun moisturisers; Non-medicated moisturisers; Hydrating creams for cosmetic use; Moisturising gels [cosmetic]; Moisturising preparations; Cosmetic creams; Skin conditioners; Mousses [cosmetics]; Skin cleansers [cosmetic]; Cosmetics; Sun-tanning preparations [cosmetics]; Mineral oils [cosmetic]; Herbal extracts for cosmetic purposes; Collagen preparations for cosmetic purposes; Cosmetics containing panthenol; Greases for cosmetic purposes; Ethereal oils; Essential vegetable oils; Oils for cosmetic purposes; Natural cosmetics; Organic cosmetics; Body cleaning and beauty care preparations; Sun tan milk; Sunscreen; Sunscreen lotions; Cosmetic suntan lotions; After sun creams; Suntanning oil [cosmetics]; Sun-tanning gels. Advertising services relating to cosmetics; Online retail services relating to cosmetics; Providing consumer product information relating to cosmetics; Mail order retail services for cosmetics; Providing consumer product advice relating to cosmetics; Online retail store services relating to cosmetic and beauty products; Marketing research in the fields of cosmetics, perfumery and beauty products. Cosmetic research.
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Toothpaste; Tooth powder; Tooth gel; Tooth care preparations; Solid toothpaste tablets; Dentifrices and mouthwashes; Mouthwash; Dentifrices in the form of chewing gum; Tooth whitening pastes; Dental bleaching preparations. Dental preparations and articles, and medicated dentifrices; Dental mastics; Dental lacquer; Dental cement; Dental rinse; Teeth filling material; Denture base materials; Medicated dental rinses; Material for dental bridges; Material for dental prostheses; Materials for artificial teeth; Dental materials for stopping the teeth; Dental impression materials; Material for repairing teeth; Lining materials for dental purposes; Materials for tooth restoration; Pharmaceutical preparations for dental use; Preparations for the preventive treatment of teeth and gums; Chewable tablets for medical tooth care; Adhesive preparations for artificial teeth; Adhesive powders; Medical preparations for care and hygiene of the mouth, teeth, throat, gums and oral cavity; Cleaning and maintenance preparations, including with disinfectant properties, for artificial teeth, dental braces and bridges; Chewing gum for medical purposes. Dental prostheses; Artificial teeth; Implant bridges for dental purposes; Dental prostheses; Dental implants made from artificial materials; Dental apparatus and instruments.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
20 - Furniture and decorative products
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
22 - Rope, netting, tents, awnings, sails and sacks; padding and stuffing materials
39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
Goods & Services
Chemicals for use in the waste treatment industry and recycling; Unprocessed artificial and synthetic resins; Unprocessed plastics in all forms; Chemical additives; Additives (Chemical -) for use in plastics; Chemical additives to polymers; Chemical additives for use in industry; Waste treatment chemicals; Unprocessed acrylonitrile butadiene styrene resins; Chemical polymers; Polymers for industrial use; Plastics, polymers, resins, bioplastics, biopolymers, bioresins, and emulsions; Unprocessed plastics; Biodegradable plastic used in industry, science, agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Biopolymers for the cosmetic, food, healthcare, packaging and consumer goods industries; Biopolymeric PHAs obtained from sugar beet; Polymers for industrial use; Polymer compounds for use in manufacture; Polymers for use in the production of semi-finished products; Polymer coatings; Polymer solutions; Polymerisates of organic compounds for the plastics industry; Synthetic resins, unprocessed; Unprocessed synthetic resins for use in the manufacture of plastic molding compounds; Polymerization plastics. Paper and cardboard; Corrugated board; Containerboard; Sack paper; Kraft paper for sacks; Craft paper; Packaging materials made of cardboard; Corrugated board; Paper for bags and sacks; Wrapping paper; Board card for packaging; Packing tissue; Packing cardboard; Packaging material made of cardboard/plastic/paper/starches; Index books; Boxes of cardboard or paper; Calendars; Printed calendars; Desk calendars; Wall calendars; Pocket calendars; Tear-off calendars; Paperboard; Cardboard packaging; Cardboard boxes; Cardboard tubes; Cardboard containers; Cardboard labels; Collapsible cardboard boxes; Cases made of corrugated cardboard; Corrugated containers; Containers of card for packaging; Printed advertising boards of cardboard; Cardboard shipping containers; Cartons of cardboard for packaging; Cartons made from corrugated board; Paperboard boxes [for industrial packaging]; Cardboard packaging boxes in collapsible form; Packing [cushioning, stuffing] materials of paper or cardboard; Drafting templates; Protractors as drawing instruments; Drawing pens; Triangles being drawing instruments; Angle guides [drawing instruments]; Modelling clays (Moulds for -) [artists' materials]; Plastics for modelling; Aromatic modeling materials; Viscose sheets for wrapping; Sheets of reclaimed cellulose for wrapping; Bottle wrappers of paper or cardboard; Plastic film for wrapping; Bags [envelopes, pouches] of paper or plastics, for packaging; Labels of paper or cardboard; Wrapping and packaging materials; Packaging materials made of foamed plastics; Adhesive packaging tapes; Packaging wrappers; Wrapping materials made of paper; Paper and plastic packaging materials; Films for packaging; Cohesive packaging. Plastics articles for use in the manufacture of food packaging; Plastics foam materials for use in packaging food; Plastic film and sheets for manufacturing packaging; Plastic articles for production of adhesives for packaging; Thermoplastic sheets for use in packaging; Plastic sheets and plastic sheet materials; Plastic film, not for wrapping; Foil of regenerated cellulose, other than for packing; Bags [envelopes, pouches] of rubber, for packaging; Packing [cushioning, stuffing] materials of rubber or plastics; Adhesive bands, other than stationery and not for medical or household purposes; Semi-processed plastics; Synthetic resins [semi-finished products]; Recycled compound plastics; Recycled plastics; Semi-worked polymer resins; Rubber; Plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture; Semi-worked plastic substances; Fibres of polymeric resins; Polymeric membranes; Elastomer polymers; Plastic fibres for use in the production of packaging and for industrial use; Foils of plastic for use in manufacture; Packaging, padding and stuffing materials of plastic; Insulating materials produced from plastics; Plastic film for insulating purposes; Plastic seals; Flexible hoses composed of plastics. Boxes of wood or plastic; Wooden signboards; Plastic signboards; Packaging containers of plastic; Labels of plastic; Bottle casings of wood; Vats, not of metal; Containers, not of metal [storage, transport]; Receptacles, containers, trays and trays, not of metal; Trays for the packaging of food; transparent food trays made from plastics or foamed plastics for commercial use; Egg trays made of plastics; Plastic boxes for packing food; Packaging containers based on or principally of plastics; Plastics components for packaging containers; Trays as packings for complete meals; Food trays made from plastic foam materials. Dishes and trays for food; Food storage containers; Refuse containers; Plastic boxes for packing food; Food cooking vessels; Containers for foodstuffs and beverages; Heat-insulated containers; Thermally insulated containers for food. Bags [envelopes, pouches] of textile, for packaging. Packaging of goods.
39.
COSMETIC COMPOSITION COMPRISING A BIODEGRADABLE POLYESTER AND AN OILY PHASE
Cosmetic composition comprising: from 70% by weight to 99.9% by weight of a cosmetically acceptable base formulation comprising an oily phase; from 0.1% by weight to 30% by weight of at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) in the form of particles having an average diameter (d50) of from 0.1 μm to 100 μm; the percentages being expressed with respect to the total weight of the composition. The PHA in the form of particles acts as a texturizing agent and ensures the desired consistency and flowability properties to the cosmetic composition during the application, as well as a reduced greasiness. In fact, the PHA particles have a strong ability to absorb oily substances, whereby they minimize the greasy effect and absorb excess sebum, making the skin less shiny. Moreover, they contribute to the so-called "soft focus" effect, i.e. an immediate filling and smoothing effect on wrinkles and cutaneous furrows, giving a greater shine and compactness to the skin.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
45 - Legal and security services; personal services for individuals.
Goods & Services
Polymers for industrial use; Polymer compounds for use in manufacture; Polymers for use in the production of semi-finished products; Polymer coatings; Polymer solutions; Polymerisates of organic compounds for the plastics industry; Synthetic resins, unprocessed; Unprocessed synthetic resins for use in the manufacture of plastic molding compounds; Unprocessed plastics; Chemical additives for use in plastics; Polymerization plastics; Horticultural chemicals, except fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and parasiticides; Chemicals for use in forestry, except fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and parasiticides; Agricultural chemicals, except fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and parasiticides; Manures; Organic fertilizers; Artificial manures. Pest control preparations and articles; Insecticides; Herbicides; Fungicides. Plastic materials for packaging, including biopolymers; Blister packs for packaging; Plastic film for packaging; Plastic wrap; Packaging materials; Plastic materials for packaging; Plastic film for packaging; Waterproofing film (Plastic -) for packaging; Plastic film for wrapping; Bags made of plastics for packaging; Packaging materials made from mineral-based paper substitutes; Signs and labels of plastic for electronic, magnetic, electromagnetic, optical and/or high frequency and/or radio frequency identification of articles, people and/or goods and/or objects in motion; Smart labels; Smart packaging materials. Plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture or goods mainly of plastic and/or polymers for stickers and labels; Tapes (not for medical purposes and not for household purposes) of plastic or mainly of plastic and/or polymers; Threads (not for textile purposes); Discs, cards, plates of plastic or predominantly of plastic and/or polymers; Films (not for packaging), Sheets of film (not for packaging), film sheets (not for packaging); Strips of film (not for packaging), primarily of plastics and/or polymers, including with or in the form of completely or partially transparent or reflective functional layers, in particular completely or partially transparent or reflective electrodes or printed circuits; Tapes (not for medical purposes and not for household purposes) of plastic or mainly of plastic and/or polymers; Discs of plastic or primarily of plastic and/or polymers; Card of plastic or primarily of plastic and/or polymers; Boards of plastic or primarily of plastic and/or polymers; Sheets (not for packaging), sheets of film (not for packaging), film sheets (not for packaging) and strips of film (not for packaging), primarily of plastic and/or polymers, with electronic circuits and/or electronic components, consisting of non-conductive and/or semiconductive and/or conductive functional layers; Articles and components of plastic or primarily of plastic and/or polymers (semi-processed), namely completely or partially transparent or reflective functional layers, namely completely or partially transparent or reflective electrodes or conductor tracks; Fully or partially transparent or translucent functional coatings on flexible carrier substrates with non-conductive surface areas and conductive surface areas, the conductive surface areas in particular in the form of conductor strips, contact surfaces, screen dots, grids or screens, including of metal and/or conductive polymers; Embossing films, hot stamping films, cold stamping films, transfer films and lamination films, without conductive adhesive layers, and film strips, mainly of plastic (other than for packaging); Embossing films (other than for packaging), hot stamping films, cold stamping films, transfer films, other than for packaging, consisting of a carrier film, mainly of plastic, and at least one transfer layer which can be removed from the carrier film; Lamination films, consisting of a carrier film and other layers, mainly of plastic, for lamination on a substrate, and film strips, mainly of plastic (other than for packaging); Semi-finished products of plastic or mainly of plastic and/or polymers, namely films, plastic laminates, laminated films, except adhesives in the form of separate films, embossing films; Elements obtained through die casting (semi-processed), primarily of plastics and/or polymers with completely or partially transparent or reflective functional layers, namely completely or partially transparent or reflective electrodes or conductor tracks, in particular being made with film decorating procedures during the die casting process, namely insert moulding, in-mould decoration or in-mould labelling; Injection mouldings predominantly of plastic materials and/or polymers, having electronic circuits and/or electronic components, consisting of non-conductive and/or semiconducting and/or conductive functional layers, in particular manufactured by means of film decoration processes during injection moulding, namely insert moulding, in-mould decoration (IMD) or in-mould labelling (IML); All the aforesaid goods in particular in the field of electronics and polymer electronics, and for electronic apparatus, displays, touch-screen displays, capacitive switches, keys and/or sensors, and for solar cells; Packaging materials made from stone based substitutes for plastic; Packaging materials; mineral-containing coatings for packaging materials; packaging materials including mineral-coatings; Plastics being substrates for electronic components; Plastic being substrates for transponders; Laminates and laminate layers of plastic, textile materials or paper; Plastic sheeting. Contract manufacture of goods from biopolymers; Contract manufacture of goods from biomaterials; Providing of information relating to the processing of biopolymers; Biopolymer processing; Services relating to the working of biopolymers; Extrusion of biopolymers; Manufacture of goods from biopolymers; Polymerization; Recycling services; Processing of biomaterials. Advisory services relating to biochemistry; Biological analysis; Biological development services; Biological research; Biological laboratory services; Conducting industrial experiments; Development of industrial processes; Development of industrial processes for production of urns of biopolymers or biomaterials; Development of new products; New product design; Design and development of new technology for others; Product research and development; Research and development of goods made of biopolymers; Research and development of goods made of biomaterials; Biochemical research and development; Research and development of new products for third parties in the field of plastic materials; Research and development of new products, for others, in the field of biopolymers; Research and development for others; Research and development in the field of biotechnology; Research to develop new products; Industrial process research; Industrial engineering design services; Product design; Product development; Product development for others; Product development consultation; Technical consultancy relating to product development; Technological consultation services; Research and development of active and smart packaging materials; Research and development of active and smart packaging. Agricultural advice; Advisory and consultancy services relating to the use of agricultural and horticultural fertilizers. Licensing relating to the design and/or use of materials and machinery for the preparation of smart packaging, surface modification and/or printing of materials; Licensing of industrial rights and copyrights, and the know-how relating thereto in the field of biopolymers, active and smart packaging, and fertilisers.
41.
METHOD FOR BIOREMEDIATION OF WATERS CONTAMINATED WITH HYDROCARBONS
Method for the bioremediation of waters contaminated with hydrocarbons, which comprises putting said contaminated waters in contact with at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) and allowing microorganisms present in said contaminated waters and capable of metabolizing hydrocarbons, to develop and degrade the hydrocarbons under an aerobic condition. The PHA is preferably dispersed in the contaminated waters in the form of particles, in particular in the form of powder or microgranules. It has been surprisingly found that PHA is capable of stimulating alone, without the addition of other substances, the metabolic activity of microorganisms capable of metabolizing hydrocarbons, so as to obtain a significant reduction in environmental pollution in a relatively short time, without introducing extraneous non-biodegradable materials into the environment. A further increase in the bioremediation activity can be obtained by adding to the PHA at least one nutrient for microorganisms and/or at least one microorganism capable of metabolizing hydrocarbons.
A62D 3/02 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by biological methods, i.e. processes using enzymes or microorganisms
C02F 3/34 - Biological treatment of water, waste water, or sewage characterised by the microorganisms used
C12N 1/26 - Processes using, or culture media containing, hydrocarbons
C12N 1/38 - Chemical stimulation of growth or activity by addition of chemical compounds which are not essential growth factorsStimulation of growth by removal of a chemical compound
42.
METHOD FOR BIOREMEDIATION OF WATERS CONTAMINATED WITH HYDROCARBONS
Method for the bioremediation of waters contaminated with hydrocarbons, which comprises putting said contaminated waters in contact with at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) and allowing microorganisms present in said contaminated waters and capable of metabolizing hydrocarbons, to develop and degrade the hydrocarbons under an aerobic condition. The PHA is preferably dispersed in the contaminated waters in the form of particles, in particular in the form of powder or microgranules. It has been surprisingly found that PHA is capable of stimulating alone, without the addition of other substances, the metabolic activity of microorganisms capable of metabolizing hydrocarbons, so as to obtain a significant reduction in environmental pollution in a relatively short time, without introducing extraneous non-biodegradable materials into the environment. A further increase in the bioremediation activity can be obtained by adding to the PHA at least one nutrient for microorganisms and/or at least one microorganism capable of metabolizing hydrocarbons.
B09C 1/10 - Reclamation of contaminated soil microbiologically or by using enzymes
A62D 3/02 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by biological methods, i.e. processes using enzymes or microorganisms
C02F 3/34 - Biological treatment of water, waste water, or sewage characterised by the microorganisms used
C12N 1/26 - Processes using, or culture media containing, hydrocarbons
C12N 1/38 - Chemical stimulation of growth or activity by addition of chemical compounds which are not essential growth factorsStimulation of growth by removal of a chemical compound
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
34 - Tobacco; smokers' articles
40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Polymers for industrial use; Polymer compounds for use in manufacture; Polymers for use in the production of semi-finished products; Polymer coatings; Polymer solutions; Polymerisates of organic compounds for the plastics industry; Synthetic resins, unprocessed; Unprocessed synthetic resins for use in the manufacture of plastic molding compounds; Unprocessed plastics; Chemical additives for use in plastics; Polymerization plastics. Rubber; Gutta-percha; Rubber; Asbestos; Mica and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; Plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture; Semi-worked plastic substances; Fibres of polymeric resins; Polymeric membranes; Elastomer polymers; Semi-worked polymer resins; Plastic fibres for use in the production of packaging and for industrial use; Foils of plastic for use in manufacture; Padding materials of plastics for packaging; Insulating materials produced from plastics; Plastic film for insulating purposes; Plastic seals; Flexible hoses composed of plastics; Plastic materials for the storage and presentation of goods; Goods of extruded and injection-moulded plastic for packaging and reusable plastic containers for handling materials for the storage and transport of goods; Plastic materials in the form of sheets (not of textile materials) and in the form of containers; Plastic boards, Including corrugated plastic materials; Ribbed plastic in the form of sheets; Extruded ribbed plastic in sheets; Sheets of extruded plastic of polycarbonate (PC) and PC-based goods, including corrugated plastic materials; Plastic sheeting; semi-worked plastic sheeting; Extruded ribbed plastic sheets; Insulating paper; Injection-moulded parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods; plastic materials in the form of foils and Goods made of the aforesaid materials, namely boxes and boxes for packaging, packaging separators, solid sheets of polypropylene, double-walled sheets with a bubble-like structure, dividers, belts; Boards of plastic and Articles made of the aforesaid materials, namely boxes and boxes for packaging, packaging separators, sheets of polypropylene, double-walled sheets with a bubble-like structure, dividers, Tapes; plastics materials in the form of corrugated sheets and Goods made of the aforesaid materials, namely boxes and boxes for packaging, packaging separators, sheets of polypropylene, double-walled sheets with a bubble-like structure, dividers, Tapes; Extruded corrugated plastic materials in the form of sheets and goods made from the aforesaid materials, namely boxes and boxes for packaging, packaging separators, solid sheets of polypropylene, double-walled sheets with a bubble-like structure, dividers, belts; cellular materials of plastics, and Goods made of the aforesaid materials, namely boxes and boxes for packaging, packaging separators, solid sheets of polypropylene, double-walled sheets with a bubble-like structure, spacers, Tapes. Wired vaporizer for electronic cigarettes and electronic smoking devices; Tobacco, raw or manufactured; tobacco 'products, including cigars, Cigarettes, Cigarillos, Tobacco for use in preparing cigarettes, Pipe tobacco, Chewing tobacco, Snus, kretek; Snus; Tobacco substitutes not for medical purposes; Smokers' articles, including cigarette paper and tubes, cigarette filters, tobacco tins, cigarette cases and ashtrays, pipes, pocket apparatus for rolling cigarettes, lighters; Matches; tobacco sticks, tobacco products for the purpose of being heated, electronic devices and their parts for the purpose of heating cigarettes or tobacco in order to release nicotine-containing aerosol for inhalation; Liquid solutions for use in electronic cigarettes; Electronic smoking devices; Electronic cigarettes; Electronic cigarettes for use as an alternative to traditional cigarettes; electronic devices for the inhalation of nicotine containing aerosol; oral vaporising devices for smokers, tobacco products and tobacco substitutes; smoker's articles for electronic cigarettes; Parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods, included in class 34; extinguishers for heated cigarettes and cigars as well as heated tobacco sticks; Electronic rechargeable cigarette cases. Polymerization; Processing of plastics; Recycling of plastics; Extruding of plastics; Molding of plastic materials; Treatment and processing of plastics; Providing information relating to the processing of plastics; Treatment of plastic materials to produce plastic mouldings; Processing of rubber, plastics, resins and polymers. Analysis of polymeric coatings; Research and development of new products for third parties in the field of plastic materials; Technical and engineering projects relating to biopolymers and sustainable eco materials for the sector of cigarettes, tobacco and new-generation electronic smoking systems, for sustainable packaging, for essences, for encapsulation, coating and filtering, and of materials of all kinds which enable the manufacture of known or experimental cigarettes, and devices related thereto, electronic nicotine-releasing cigarette systems.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
07 - Machines and machine tools
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
45 - Legal and security services; personal services for individuals.
Goods & Services
Chemicals for use in the manufacture of organic light emitting devices and other organic electronic devices; Chemical products used in industry and science; Plastics in the form of powders, liquids or pastes; Materials having electrically-conductive, semi-conductive or insulating properties, including polymers, organic molecules and solution-processed inorganic materials; Organic and inorganic materials for the preparation of components for electronic circuits by solution deposition, surface energy patterning, surface modification and/or printing, including inkjet printing, bubble jet printing, lithographic printing, soft lithography, block printing and micro-embossing, and non-conformal printing on non-planar surfaces. Machines for the construction and fabrication of electrical and electronic circuitry; Machines for the deposition onto a surface of plastics and/or non-plastics in the form of powders, liquids or pastes; Machines for printing onto surfaces of materials for the preparation of components for electronic circuits, including transistors and other semiconductor devices, the machines using the techniques of solution deposition, surface energy patterning, surface modification and/or printing, including inkjet printing, bubble jet printing, lithographic printing, soft lithography, block printing and micro-embossing, and non-conformal printing on non-planar surfaces; Machines for the thermal or optical annealing of solution-deposited electrical and electronic circuitry; Actuators. Semiconductor components; Electric, electronic and optical components; Electric and electronic switches, printed circuits and printed circuit boards; Integrated circuits; Active or passive electronic components; Electrodes; Electric and/or electronic printed circuits; viewing devices, In particular LCD displays, OLED displays, electrochromic displays, Electrophoretic displays; Light emitting diodes; white organic light emitting diodes; light emitting diode displays for use in information or communication devices, media and equipment; flat panel electroluminescent display screens; Electrical and electronic apparatus and instruments all in the nature of or relating to semiconductor devices and the like; Transistor and other active or passive electronic circuitry, the components thereof, and apparatus and equipment using such circuitry and components; Circuits made from materials having electrically conductive, semiconductive or insulating properties, including polymers, organic molecules and solution-processed inorganic materials, the aforesaid circuits being produced by solution deposition, surface energy patterning, surface modification and/or printing; Monitors; Active-matrix display units, transparent screens, Electronic papers, Namely sheets which can be used to display texts or images, Electronic signs, Electronic tags, Electronic tags; Smart cards; Volatile memories; Non-volatile memories; sensors; Electronic control and, Namely medical diagnostic devices and medical analytical devices; Antennas; Batteries; Computer-readable databases; Computer-readable information storage devices, including semiconductor computer memory chips and magnetic and optical computer tapes and disks; Databases and devices for instruction, training and teaching, all the aforesaid relating to the design and/or use of materials and machinery for the preparation of components for electronic circuits by solution deposition, surface energy patterning; Electronic components; Electric and/or electronic functional layers, namely completely or partially transparent or reflective electrodes or conductor tracks; Completely or partially transparent or reflective functional layers (electric and/or electronic components) on flexible substrates; Electric and/or electronic functional layers, in particular being non-conductive and/or semi-conductive and/or conductive, with electronic printed circuits and/or electronic components on flexible substrates; Electric and/or electronic functional layers, in particular organic and/or inorganic printed functional layers with electronic printed circuits and/or electronic components; Including all the aforesaid goods being encodable and with optically active interference, polarisation and/or liquid crystal layers and/or optically active spatial structures; All the aforesaid goods in particular in the form of sheets, guides and film tape, namely in the form of rolls, stickers, labels, tapes, threads, discs, cards, plates or integrated in packaging; All the aforesaid goods in particular in the field of electronics and polymer electronics, and for electronic apparatus, displays, touchscreen displays, antennas, batteries, electronic memories, RFID devices, radio labels, smartcards, anti-theft systems for goods, capacitive switches, keys and/or sensors, and for solar cells; Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments, apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; Transducers; Pressure sensors; Temperature sensors; Level sensors; in-duct flow sensors; Gas sensors; Humidity sensors; Optical sensors; Magnetic sensors; Chemical sensors; Distance sensors; Inclination sensors; Holograms; Transmitters of electronic signals; Magnetic data media; Mobile apps; Radio-frequency identification (RFID) readers; Radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags; Self-adhesive labels [encoded]; Identification labels [encoded]; Self-adhesive labels [magnetic]; Identification labels [machine readable]; Electronic tags; Bar code labels, encoded; Labels carrying electronically recorded or encoded information; Labels carrying magnetically recorded or encoded information; Smart labels; Label readers [decoders]; Encryption apparatus; Decoders; Artificial intelligence apparatus; Factory automation software; Maintenance software; Predictive maintenance software; Apparatus for the transmission of data; Data processors; Apparatus for the transmission of data; Data communications software; Data collection apparatus; Mobile data receivers; Receiving terminals for signals; Data communications hardware; Data processing equipment; Electro-optical sensors; Electronic sensors; Synchro sensors; Photoelectric sensors; Bracelets (Encoded identification -), magnetic; Encoded magnetic cards; Smart cards [integrated circuit cards]; Dummy sensors; Proximity sensors; Ultrasonic sensors; Infrared detectors; Sensors for engines; Electronic measurement sensors; Magnetic flux sensors; Electrochemical gas sensors; Sensors for use in the control of engines; Mass flow sensors; Sensors for use with machine tools; Instrumentation simulators; Computer programs for accessing and using the internet; Internet servers; Measuring sensors; Sensors and detectors; Access control devices; Alarms and warning equipment; Chemistry apparatus and instruments; Communications equipment; Computers; Computer interface apparatus; Computer networking and data communications equipment; Computer programmes for data processing; Computer programmes for image processing; Computer programmes for use in telecommunications; Computer programs for network management; Computer software for communicating with users of hand-held computers; Computer software for computer aided software engineering; Computer software for communication between computers over a local network; Computing visual display units; Electric control apparatus; Controllers (regulators); Data communications apparatus; Data conversion apparatus; Data processing equipment and accessories (electrical and mechanical); Detectors; Digital indicators; Digital optical transmission apparatus; Digital potentiometers; Analogue to digital converters; Distance and dimension measuring instruments; Electric and electronic components; Electrical circuits and circuit boards; Electronic panels for displaying messages; Electronic pens; Electronic regulators; Electronic timing control instruments; Electronic transformers; Firmware; Frequency transformers; Graphic terminals; Graphical user interface software; Heat detectors; Heat regulating apparatus; Heat sensors; Image capturing and developing devices; Information technology and audiovisual equipment; Induction transmitters; Interfaces for detectors; Level meters; Microcontrollers; Micrometer gauges; Microprocessor controls; Rheostats; Sound processors; Speed measuring instruments; Temperature measuring instruments; Testing and quality control devices; Thermal controls [thermostats]; Variometers; Warning alarms [other than for vehicles]; Weight measuring instruments; Wireless transmitters; X-ray analyzers [other than for medical use]; Spectrum analyzers, other than for medical use; Photo electron spectroscopy analyzers [not for medical purposes]; Spectrophotometer; Spectrometers; Piezoelectric sensors; Piezoelectrical transducers; Piezoelectric igniters; Piezoelectric switches; Piezoelectric vibratory gyroscopes; Piezoelectric actuators; Bio-sensors; Organic biosensors; organic transistors; Wearable digital electronic communication devices; Wearable video display monitors; Wearable monitors; Wearable audio equipment; Wearable activity trackers; Wearable digital electronic devices capable of providing access to the Internet; Flexible circuit boards. Blister packs for packaging; Plastic film for packaging; Plastic wrap; Packaging materials; Plastic materials for packaging; Plastic film for packaging; Waterproofing film (Plastic -) for packaging; Plastic film for wrapping; Bags made of plastics for packaging; Packaging materials made from mineral-based paper substitutes; Smart packaging materials, namely packaging materials designed to increase the shelf life of packaged foodstuffs or to maintain and improve the condition of packaged foodstuffs, including packaging performing antimicrobial functions, antioxidant functions or packaging which removes/absorbs oxygen or ethylene from the headspace of the packaging, and packaging for monitoring the state of preservation of the packaged item, namely time-temperature indicators for determining any interruptions in the cold chain for foodstuffs that require preservation at low temperatures, or freshness indicators, sensors for indicating the presence of oxygen in packaging, of pathogenic microorganisms or of substances produced by the degradation of foodstuffs, packaging for tracing the origin of goods. Plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture or goods mainly of plastic and/or polymers for stickers and labels; Tapes (not for medical purposes and not for household purposes) of plastic or mainly of plastic and/or polymers; Threads (not for textile purposes); Discs, cards, plates of plastic or predominantly of plastic and/or polymers; Films (not for packaging), Sheets of film (not for packaging), film sheets (not for packaging); Strips of film (not for packaging), primarily of plastics and/or polymers, including with or in the form of completely or partially transparent or reflective functional layers, in particular completely or partially transparent or reflective electrodes or printed circuits; Tapes (not for medical purposes and not for household purposes) of plastic or mainly of plastic and/or polymers; Discs of plastic or primarily of plastic and/or polymers; Card of plastic or primarily of plastic and/or polymers; Boards of plastic or primarily of plastic and/or polymers; Sheets (not for packaging), sheets of film (not for packaging), film sheets (not for packaging) and strips of film (not for packaging), primarily of plastic and/or polymers, with electronic circuits and/or electronic components, consisting of non-conductive and/or semiconductive and/or conductive functional layers; Articles and components of plastic or primarily of plastic and/or polymers (semi-processed), namely completely or partially transparent or reflective functional layers, namely completely or partially transparent or reflective electrodes or conductor tracks; Fully or partially transparent or translucent functional coatings on flexible carrier substrates with non-conductive surface areas and conductive surface areas, the conductive surface areas in particular in the form of conductor strips, contact surfaces, screen dots, grids or screens, including of metal and/or conductive polymers; Embossing films, hot stamping films, cold stamping films, transfer films and lamination films, without conductive adhesive layers, and film strips, mainly of plastic (other than for packaging); Embossing films (other than for packaging), hot stamping films, cold stamping films, transfer films, other than for packaging, consisting of a carrier film, mainly of plastic, and at least one transfer layer which can be removed from the carrier film; Lamination films, consisting of a carrier film and other layers, mainly of plastic, for lamination on a substrate, and film strips, mainly of plastic (other than for packaging); Semi-finished products of plastic or mainly of plastic and/or polymers, namely films, plastic laminates, laminated films, except adhesives in the form of separate films, embossing films; Elements obtained through die casting (semi-processed), primarily of plastics and/or polymers with completely or partially transparent or reflective functional layers, namely completely or partially transparent or reflective electrodes or conductor tracks, in particular being made with film decorating procedures during the die casting process, namely insert moulding, in-mould decoration or in-mould labelling; Injection mouldings predominantly of plastic materials and/or polymers, having electronic circuits and/or electronic components, consisting of non-conductive and/or semiconducting and/or conductive functional layers, in particular manufactured by means of film decoration processes during injection moulding, namely insert moulding, in-mould decoration (IMD) or in-mould labelling (IML); All the aforesaid goods in particular in the field of electronics and polymer electronics, and for electronic apparatus, displays, touch-screen displays, capacitive switches, keys and/or sensors, and for solar cells; Packaging materials made from stone based substitutes for plastic; Packaging materials; mineral-containing coatings for packaging materials; packaging materials including mineral-coatings; Plastics being substrates for electronic components; Plastic being substrates for transponders; Laminates and laminate layers of plastic, textile materials or paper; Plastic sheeting. custom manufacture of electronic parts; The custom fabrication for others of semiconductor components and devices, and of circuits using such components and devices; the preparation of electronic circuitry, and of components therefor, by solution deposition, surface energy patterning, surface modification and/or printing of materials; the printing including ink-jet printing, bubble-jet printing, lithographic printing, soft lithography, pad printing and micro-embossing, and conformal printing on non-planar surfaces, and the materials being polymers, organic molecules, or solution-processed inorganic materials, having electrically conductive, semi-conductive or insulating properties, and/or to the design of such circuitry. Research and development for displays which utilize light emitting diode technology in information or communication devices, media and equipment; Development of new technology for others in relation to organic light-emitting devices and other organic electronic devices; providing technical information and consulting in the field of organic light emitting devices and other organic electronic devices; Technical consultancy and support services relating to the design and/or use of materials and machinery for the preparations of electronic circuitry components by solution deposition, surface energy patterning, surface modification and/or printing of materials; The aforesaid services including inkjet printing, bubble jet printing, lithographic printing, soft lithography, block printing and micro-embossing, and non-conformal printing on non-planar surfaces, the materials in question being polymers, organic molecules or solution-processed inorganic materials, having electrically conductive, semiconductive or insulating properties; Research, development and technical consultancy in the field of electronics, technical consultancy for franchising concepts, namely providing technical know-how in the field of electronics including polymer electronics; Technical consultancy with regard to options for using electrical functional layers, in particular transparent or translucent functional layers in the field of electronics, and electronic circuits and/or electronic components; Research, development and design of electrical functional layers, in particular transparent or translucent functional layers in the field of electronics, and electronic circuits and/or electronic components; Research and development of active and smart packaging materials; Research and development of active and smart packaging. Licensing services relating to the design and/or use of materials and machinery for the preparations of electronic circuitry components by solution deposition, surface energy patterning, surface modification and/or printing of materials; Licensing of intellectual property rights and copyright and know-how in the field of electrics and electronics including polymer electronics; The aforesaid services not in connection with optical measuring and lighting systems, laser systems for measuring purposes, conductive adhesives; Licensing of industrial rights and copyrights, and the know-how relating thereto, in the field of active and smart packaging.
45.
BIOCOMPATIBLE POLYMERIC NANOPARTICLES CONTAINING FUNCTIONAL METAL NANOSTRUCTURES, PREPARATION PROCESS AND RELATIVE USE IN THE DIAGNOSTIC AND/OR THERAPEUTIC FIELD
Biocompatible polymeric nanoparticles comprising a biocompatible polymer and functional metal nanostructures, wherein the biocompatible polymer is a polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) and the functional metal nanostructures comprise at least one noble metal or at least one magnetic metal oxide, or mixtures thereof. The biocompatible polymeric nanoparticles have an average size lower than or equal to 200 nm, preferably lower than or equal to 150 nm. They can be used as contrast agents in diagnostic image analyses, in particular magnetic resonance imaging analyses or photoacoustic analyses, or in the treatment of forms of cancer, possibly combined with an active principle.
A61K 49/18 - Nuclear magnetic resonance [NMR] contrast preparationsMagnetic resonance imaging [MRI] contrast preparations characterised by a special physical form, e.g. emulsions, microcapsules, liposomes
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
35 - Advertising and business services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Chemical compositions and materials for use in cosmetics; Antimicrobial preservatives for cosmetics; Chemical substances for use in the manufacture of scented cosmetics; Raw materials [chemical] for the formulation of cosmetic products; Chemical preparations for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiers for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Antioxidants for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emollients for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Vitamins for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Protein for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Chemical products for the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen based ingredients for cosmetic preparations; Chemical additives for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Collagen used as a raw ingredient in the manufacture of cosmetics; Herb extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Plant extracts, other than essential oils, for use in the manufacture of cosmetics; Emulsifiable beeswax derivative for use in the manufacture of cosmetic preparations; Chemical substances for use in the production of drugs; Active chemical ingredients for use in the manufacture of anti-cancer drugs; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Chemical products for stabilising foodstuffs; Chemical products for preserving the freshness of feedstuffs; Chemicals for use in the pharmaceutical industry; Polymeric chemicals for use in the cosmetic industry; Chemical preparations for use in the food industry; Chemicals for use in the manufacture of cosmetics. Dietary supplements with a cosmetic effect. Advertising services relating to cosmetics; Online retail services relating to cosmetics; Providing consumer product information relating to cosmetics; Mail order retail services for cosmetics; Providing consumer product advice relating to cosmetics; Online retail store services relating to cosmetic and beauty products; Marketing research in the fields of cosmetics, perfumery and beauty products. Cosmetic research.
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
31 - Agricultural products; live animals
35 - Advertising and business services
Goods & Services
Veterinary preparations; Nutritional additives to foodstuffs for animals, for medical purposes; Protein supplements for animals; Dietary supplements for animals; Dietary supplements for pets in the nature of a powdered drink mix; Vitamin and mineral supplements for pets; Dietary pet supplements in the form of pet treats; Medicated animal feed; Deodorizers for litter trays; Pet odor neutralizer; Absorbent diapers of paper for pets; Insecticidal animal shampoo; Animal washes [insecticides]; Medicated shampoos for pets; Animal repellent formulations; Antiparasitic collars for animals; Animal flea collars; Powders for killing fleas on animals; Medicated additives for animal foods; Disinfectants; Pesticides; Antiparasitic preparations; Herbicides; Fungicides; Insecticides; Dental preparations and articles, and medicated dentifrices; Medicated oral care gels; Breath refreshers for medical purposes. Meal for consumption by animals; Beverages for pets; Synthetic animal feed; Formula animal feed; Animal feed preparations; Foodstuffs for animals containing botanical extracts; Strengthening animal forage; Edible chews for animals; Cat litter and litter for small animals; Small animal litter; Fortified food substances for animals; Yeast for animal fodder; Foodstuffs containing phosphate for feeding animals; Dried alfalfa for animals; Mixed animal feed; Active dried yeast for animals; Edible bones and sticks for pets; Milk-based foodstuffs for animals; Cereal based foodstuffs for animals; Oat-based food for animals; Biscuits for animals; Biscuits made from malt for animals; Animal foodstuffs in the form of pellets; Oats for consumption by animals; Preserved crops for animal feeds; Cereals preparations being food for animals; Digestible chewing bones and bars for domestic animals; Processed cereals for consumption by animals; Natural rice for use as animal fodder; Roots for animal consumption; Seeds prepared for consumption by animals; Edible treats for animals. Retail services in relation to fodder for animals; Retail services in relation to pet products; Wholesale services in relation to animal grooming preparations; Retail services in relation to animal grooming preparations; Wholesale services in relation to hygienic implements for animals.
Automatic analyzers for medical diagnosis; Diagnostic apparatus for medical purposes; Diagnostic, examination, and monitoring equipment; Patient monitoring instruments; Electronic monitoring instruments for medical use; Surgical and wound treating equipment; Medical and veterinary apparatus and instruments; Physical therapy equipment; Implantable subcutaneous drug delivery devices; Implantable leads for cardiac pacing; Implantable medical devices. Retail services in relation to medical apparatus; Wholesale services in relation to medical instruments; Wholesale services in relation to medical apparatus; Retail services in relation to medical instruments; Compilation of statistical data relating to medical research; Provision of business statistical information relating to medical matters; Maintaining a registry of certified medical technical professionals; Advertising services to promote public awareness of medical conditions; Wholesaling in relation to pharmaceutical and sanitary preparations and medical supplies; Retailing in relation to pharmaceutical and sanitary preparations and medical supplies; Retailing or wholesaling of pharmaceutical and sanitary preparations and medical supplies.
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COMPOSITION COMPRISING A POLYESTER OF BIOLOGICAL ORIGIN AND A BIOCOMPATIBLE INORGANIC COMPOUND, AND USE THEREOF IN THE COSMETIC FIELD
Composition comprising at least one polyhydroxy- alkanoate (PHA) and at least one calcium phosphate, said at least one calcium phosphate being in the form of aggregates having an average size ranging from 0.1 μm to 10 μm, preferably from 0.2 μm to 5 μm, and preparation processes thereof. Said composition can be used in particular in formulations for cosmetic use, wherein it can act not only as a biodegradable polymeric component which lasts for a long time on the surface of the keratins of skin and hair even after prolonged rinses, but also as an innovative carrier and dispenser of specific active ingredients, whose bioactivity is prolonged after each application.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
Goods & Services
Polymers for industrial use; polymer compounds for use in
manufacture; polymers for use in the production of
semi-finished products; polymer coatings; polymer solutions;
polymerisates of organic compounds for the plastics
industry; unprocessed artificial resins; unprocessed
synthetic resins for use in the manufacture of plastic
molding compounds; unprocessed plastics; chemical additives
for use in plastics; polymerization plastics. Rubber; gutta-percha; rubber; asbestos; mica and goods made
from these materials, not included in other classes;
plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture;
semi-worked plastic substances; fibres of polymeric resins;
polymeric membranes; elastomer polymers; semi-worked polymer
resins; plastic fibres for use in the production of
packaging and for industrial use; extruded plastics in the
form of foils for use in manufacture; padding materials of
plastics for packaging; insulating materials produced from
plastics; plastic film for insulating purposes; plastic
seals; flexible hoses composed of plastics. Toys; toys made of plastics; plastic toy models; toy model
kits of plastic; building blocks (toys) of plastic; toy
figures of plastic.
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Processes for recovering and purifying polyhydroxyalkanoates from cell cultures
A process for recovering and purifying polyhydroxyalkanoates from a cell culture may include: (a) acidifying the culture to obtain a pH value less than or equal to 6, and submitting the culture to a cell fractionation treatment using high-pressure homogenization at a temperature greater than or equal to 10° C. and less than or equal to 80° C. to obtain a suspension; (b) basifying the suspension to obtain a pH value greater than or equal to 8; (c) diluting the suspension and submitting the diluted PHA suspension to tangential filtration to obtain a concentrated suspension as retentate and an aqueous phase as permeate; (d) submitting the concentrated suspension to bleaching; (e) diluting the suspension after the bleaching and submitting the diluted bleached suspension to tangential filtration to obtain a concentrated bleached suspension as retentate and an aqueous phase as permeate; and/or (f) submitting the concentrated bleached suspension to drying.
C08G 63/06 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids or from polycarboxylic acids and polyhydroxy compounds derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
Goods & Services
Polymers for industrial use; Polymer compounds for use in manufacture; Polymers for use in the production of semi-finished products; Polymer coatings; Polymer solutions; Polymerisates of organic compounds for the plastics industry; Unprocessed artificial resins; Unprocessed synthetic resins for use in the manufacture of plastic molding compounds; Unprocessed plastics; Chemical additives for use in plastics; Polymerization plastics. Rubber; Gutta-percha; Rubber; Asbestos; Mica and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; Plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture; Semi-worked plastic substances; Fibres of polymeric resins; Polymeric membranes; Elastomer polymers; Semi-worked polymer resins; Plastic fibres for use in the production of packaging and for industrial use; Foils of plastic for use in manufacture; Padding materials of plastics for packaging; Insulating materials produced from plastics; Plastic film for insulating purposes; Plastic seals; Flexible hoses composed of plastics. Toys; Toys made of plastics; Plastic models; Model kits of plastic; Building blocks (toys) of plastic; Toy figures of plastic.
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PROCESS FOR RECOVERING AND PURIFYING POLYHYDROXYALKANOATES FROM A CELL CULTURE
Process for recovering and purifying PHA from a cell culture, which comprises acidifying the cell culture so as to obtain a pH value equal to or lower than 6, and submitting said cell culture to a cell fractionation treatment by means of high pressure homogenization at a temperature from 10°C to 80°C, so as to obtain a PHA suspension. After the homogenization, the PHA suspension is basified up to obtain a pH value equal to or higher than 8, diluted and then subjected to tangential filtration. The PHA suspension is then bleached, diluted and again subjected to a tangential filtration. The product thus obtained is then dried. Such a process can be carried out continuously, without the use of organic solvents, and ensures that PHA is obtained in a pure form without causing a reduction in the molecular weight.
A process for producing hydroxyalkanoate copolymers, which comprises: (i) pre-treating a sucrose-containing feedstock in an acidic solution; (ii) feeding the pre-treated feedstock into a bioreactor containing polyhydroxyalkanoate producing microbial cells; (iii) cultivating the polyhydroxyalkanoate producing microbial cells to form a cell mass containing the hydroxyalkanoate copolymers; (iv) recovering the hydroxyalkanoate copolymers from the cell mass. The pre-treating step has the main function of hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose, which in turn are converted into 4-ketovaleric acid to give a mixture of mono-saccharides and organic precursors for microbial synthesis of hydroxyalkanoate copolymers, and particularly of PHBVV ter-polymers. Complex and expensive purification processes of the substrates obtained from the pre-treating step are not needed. The solutions can be directly used as the feeding solutions for microbial PHA biosynthesis.
