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Northfield, IL, United States of America

Kraft General Foods, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 222


Trademarks = 60

Forward Citations = 4,868

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379 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Fouad Z Saleeb (12 out of 30 patents)

silverMedal Robert H Brainard (10 out of 13 patents)

bronzeMedal Richard H Kaufman (9 out of 14 patents)

4.  Andrew T Kostanecki (9 out of 22 patents)

5.  Martin M Bostwick (8 out of 9 patents)

6.  Theodore J Kovacic (7 out of 8 patents)

7.  Joellen N Narsutis (7 out of 6 patents)

8.  Charles R Mason (6 out of 10 patents)

9.  Susan M Vidal (6 out of 6 patents)

10.  R G Krishnamurthy (5 out of 6 patents)

11.  Barry N Frake (5 out of 5 patents)

12.  Kevin W Lang (4 out of 51 patents)

13.  Ronald Harry Skiff (4 out of 12 patents)

14.  Edward Charles Coleman (4 out of 20 patents)

15.  Mark S Miller (4 out of 17 patents)


Core Competencies:
Food Products
Cheese Sauces
Baked Goods
Low-Fat Confections
Doughs
Emulsions
Cholesterol Reduction
Packaging
Microwave Heating
Hydrocolloids
Coffee Brewing
Container Design

222 patents:

1. 5511684 - Container with movable bottom portion for dispensing contents (1996-04-30),
2. 5440027 - Method for preparing saccharide fatty acid polyesters by (1995-08-08),
3. 5417991 - Microwave heating of cheese sauces (1995-05-23),
4. 5416304 - Microwave-reflective device and method of use (1995-05-16),
5. 5403610 - Process for preparing baked goods containing fibers and hydrocolloids (1995-04-04),
6. 5403605 - Coffee brewing method (1995-04-04),
7. 5403603 - Cereal cooker control method and apparatus (1995-04-04),
8. 5403395 - Reel for applying topical substances to base products (1995-04-04),
9. 5389393 - Quick-setting dessert gel mix (1995-02-14),
10. D355121 - Cruet cap (1995-02-07),
11. D355119 - Cap for container (1995-02-07),
12. 5385264 - Beverage container (1995-01-31),
13. 5384148 - Caramel confections and processes for preparing and using (1995-01-24),
14. 5384146 - Frozen whipped toppings (1995-01-24),
15. 5384145 - Low-fat, frozen whipped topping (1995-01-24),
Company Overview
Kraft General Foods, Inc., headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, specializes in the development and manufacturing of a diverse range of food products. The company is recognized for its expertise in food processing, particularly in areas such as cheese sauces, baked goods, and low-fat confections. Additionally, Kraft focuses on innovative solutions in emulsions and cholesterol reduction, ensuring that its offerings meet evolving consumer preferences. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Kraft continues to play a significant role in the global food industry.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

222 Patents

#6 in Northfield, IL

#121 in Illinois

#1,892 in US

#3,857 in the World

Northfield, IL (US)
Northfield, IL, United States of America

Kraft General Foods, Inc.

Forward Citations = 4,868

379 inventors:

goldMedal Fouad Z Saleeb (12 out of 30 patents)

silverMedal Robert H Brainard (10 out of 13 patents)

bronzeMedal Richard H Kaufman (9 out of 14 patents)

4.  Andrew T Kostanecki (9 out of 22 patents)

5.  Martin M Bostwick (8 out of 9 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Kraft General Foods, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/kraft-general-foods

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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