James Anthony Michael

US Patent:

62993747, Oct 9, 2001

Filed:

Feb 28, 2001

Appl. No.:

9/796115

Inventors:

David Naor - Fair Lawn NJ
James Michael - Glen Rock NJ

International Classification:

B43K 500
B43K 806
B43M 1106

US Classification:

401198

Abstract:

Novel capillary feed marking instruments capable of producing edible colored indicia directly on food substrates and medicaments are disclosed. The marking instruments are used to write or decorate directly on porous and non-porous food substrates in a controlled fashions and without the need to pre-mix colors or handle dyes. Kits comprising a plurality of such marking instruments in various colors and, optionally, edible substances or artistic aids, are also disclosed. The marking instruments of the invention may also be employed in a system for classifying solid, oral medicaments such as pills, tablets or capsules, for identification and easy detection.