Method of delinting cotton seeds

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9963802
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A method of delinting cotton seeds with an alkanesulfonic acid comprises the steps of applying the alkanesulfonic acid to surfaces of linted cotton seeds, optionally heating the linted cotton seeds, and applying mechanical force to the surfaces of the linted cotton seeds. A composition for delinting cotton seeds comprises an alkanesulfonic acid (e.g. methanesulfonic acid (MSA)), a surfactant, and water.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Borst, Joseph P Plymouth, US 23 72
Zack, Kenneth L Wyandotte, US 24 150

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