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The Innovative Use of Lamiaceae Extracts in Animal Feeding-Stuffs and Nutritional Supplementation: A Patent-Based Analysis
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1  Chemical Science and Engineering Research Team (ERSIC), Department of Chemistry, Polydisciplinary Faculty of Beni Mellal (FPBM), Sultan Moulay Slimane University (USMS), P.O. Box 592 Mghila, Beni Mellal 23000, Morocco
2  Institute of Genetics and Animal Biotechnology of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Jastrzebiec, 05-552 Magdalenka, Poland
3  Ludwig Boltzmann Institute Digital Health and Patient Safety, Medical University of Vienna, Spitalgasse 23, 1090 Vienna, Austria
Academic Editor: Elisabete Matos

Abstract:

The use of medicinal and aromatic plants, particularly those from the Lamiaceae family, has gained remarkable attention in animal nutrition due to their bioactive compounds such as phenolics, terpenes, and flavonoids. These compounds offer multiple benefits, including antimicrobial, antioxidant, and growth-promoting properties, making them ideal candidates for incorporation into feeding products and nutritional supplements specially adapted for animals. This study presents a comprehensive patent analysis to investigate the innovation landscape surrounding feeding-stuffs formulated with Lamiaceae extracts. Patent data were collected from specialized databases and analyzed based on key International Patent Classification (IPC) codes: A23K (feeding-stuffs adapted for animals) and A61K36/53 (Lamiaceae family’s plants). The analysis covered patent documents published between 1977 and 2024, including patent applications, granted patents, and other document types. The results reveal a steady increase in patenting activity, with significant peaks observed in 2008, 2018, and 2021, reflecting the growing interest in natural feed formulations. China emerged as the leading jurisdiction, followed by the United States and Japan. Major applicants, including Nestlé SA and Ralco Nutrition INC, demonstrated a strong focus on leveraging Lamiaceae extracts in animal nutrition. The technological fields identified through IPC classifications emphasized the role of Lamiaceae and its derivatives in advancing sustainable animal nutrition. This study highlights the innovation potential of Lamiaceae-based feeding-stuffs, underlining their importance in enhancing livestock health and productivity while contributing to eco-friendly agricultural practices. Future research should explore synergistic applications and field validations to optimize their usage in commercial animal nutrition.

Keywords: Lamiaceae; Bioactive compounds; Feeding-stuffs; Animal nutrition; Patent analysis
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