Leaf, Inc.

Terry L Schindeldecker

Robert J Huzinec

Thomas R Kearns

The present invention provides a comestible product having extended release of additives wherein the additives are mixed with a carrier containing from about 10 wt. % to about 100 wt. % of a microcrystalline material, the microcrystalline material having a particle size ranging from about 0.1 .mu.m to about 100 .mu.m. Additives which may be mixed with the microcrystalline carrier are flavors, sweeteners, vitamins, pharmaceuticals, minerals, colors, acids, and mixtures thereof. Examples of carriers are microcrystalline cellulose, zeolites, carbon black, and mixtures thereof. Examples of comestible products in which the additive/carrier blend may be used are chewing gum, bubble gum, instant beverages, and frozen desserts.

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Gurnee, IL, United States of America

Terry L Schindeldecker