Spray-Tek receives patent for flavor delivery system
The spray can be used for bakery dough and savory snacks and blends.
Courtesy of Spray-Tek
Spray-Tek, purveyor of spray drying and microencapsulation technologies, has announced that it has received its 14th U.S. patent—U.S. Patent No. 12,302,933 B2—for its plant-based flavor delivery system. This innovation marks a significant expansion in Spray-Tek’s particle engineering capabilities, enabling the production of flavor oil-containing pastilles and prills that deliver targeted flavor release and support formulation flexibility across multiple product categories, it says.
The patented system uses a blend of plant-derived ingredients—including fat, wax, and surfactant—to create encapsulated particles capable of delivering aroma and flavor with consistency and control. The result is a versatile solution that supports natural product development and advanced flavor performance, the company notes.
“Receiving our 14th U.S. patent marks another important milestone for Spray-Tek and reinforces our leadership in encapsulation,” says Ray Rambowski, CEO of Spray-Tek, LLC. “This innovation equips our partners with plant-based, functional flavor delivery systems that are cleaner, more stable, and engineered for next-generation formulations. It’s a testament to our team’s continued focus on solving real formulation challenges through practical, patent-backed solutions—while advancing sustainability and strengthening our competitive edge.”
“This patent captures the intersection of four key attributes that define the ideal consumer experience: aroma of the flavor during cooking, flavor during consumption, homogeneity of the flavor throughout the final product, and the use of plant-based materials," adds Jiten Dihora, chief technology officer at Spray-Tek.
This latest advancement strengthens Spray-Tek’s ability to support formulation innovation across the food, beverage, personal care, oral care, nutrition, and plant-based food sectors, the company says. With the flexibility to create encapsulated flavor particles using sustainable materials, this patent reportedly allows brands to deliver premium sensory experiences across a wide range of applications.
To learn more about Spray-Tek’s patented technologies or to inquire about partnerships, visit spray-tek.com.
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