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Hygiene article comprising an effective odour control system

US10517983B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 3, 2015
Grant dateDec 31, 2019
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Expiry dateSep 25, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2300/404
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to a hygiene article comprising an effective odour control system, wherein essential oils, an organic zinc salt such a zinc ricinoleate, and preferably a chelating agent and/or a physical agent interact synergistically to reduce malodours of bodily fluids. The present invention is of particular importance to the field of hygiene products, in particular feminine hygiene absorbent articles (sanitary napkins, panty liners).

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