BioNTech‘s patent covers methods for preparing RNA lipoplex particles for effective RNA delivery via intravenous administration. It includes GMP-compliant production techniques, storage methods to preserve RNA activity, and a specific composition of RNA lipoplex particles with defined charge ratios and stabilizers. GlobalData’s report on BioNTech gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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Rna lipoplex particles for targeted delivery and storage

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: BioNTech SE

The granted patent US12059498B2 outlines a novel composition featuring RNA lipoplex particles designed for delivering RNA encoding peptides or proteins with specific epitopes. The composition includes a carefully balanced mixture of cationic and additional lipids, with a defined charge ratio ranging from approximately 1:2 to 1.9:2.0. Key components of the formulation include sodium chloride at concentrations between 20 mM and 40 mM, a stabilizer (preferably sucrose at about 22% w/v), and a buffer to maintain a pH of around 6.2. The RNA concentration is specified to be between 0.01 mg/mL and 1 mg/mL, with additional options for chelating agents like EDTA, enhancing the stability and efficacy of the lipoplex particles.

Moreover, the patent details the method of preparing these RNA lipoplex particles, which involves creating a liposome colloid through the injection of a lipid solution into an aqueous phase. The resulting particles are characterized by specific size ranges (200 to 800 nm) and structural properties, including a single Bragg peak indicative of their stability. The composition can also be frozen, maintaining stability at temperatures between -15°C and -40°C for extended periods, making it suitable for storage and transport. The patent further describes a method for thawing the frozen composition to prepare an aqueous solution, ensuring that the osmolality and ionic strength can be adjusted as needed for practical applications.

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