Japan Ranks Second in Alternative-Protein Patents

Japanese organizations are expanding their presence in meat and fish options, positioning just behind the U.S. in the worth of related patents in an industry expected to develop quickly as the worldwide population rises.

In participation with Tokyo-based research organization Patent Outcome, Sources analyzed licenses documented by organizations and examination foundations that are helpful for creating elective protein items, giving each a score in view of its worth.

The No. 1 country as of the end of April was the U.S. with a consolidated 4,340 places, trailed by Japan with 2,570 places, Switzerland with 1,740 places and China with 1,651 places. Three Japanese companies positioned in the main 20 associations: Fuji Oil, Amano Chemical and Nissin Food sources Property.

Amano Enzyme, which produces drug catalysts, put 6th. It has applied for a patent to utilize plant proteins treated with catalysts in espresso drinks as a milk substitute. It anticipates request from vegans and individuals who don't consume creature protein for religious reasons.

Second-ranked Fuji Oil holds licenses in making plant-based margarine and cheddar. It has been a forerunner in the substitute protein market since it began selling a soy-based meat substitute in 1969. In 2022, the organization delivered a soy meat item that intently moves toward genuine meat in surface and flavor and can be grilled and broiled.

"Plant-based meat made with soy gained in popularity due to trends toward greater environmental and health consciousness," said Shigeru Ashida, a senior manager in Fuji Oil's plant-based food division.