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Odor control article

US10709612B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 28, 2015
Grant dateJul 14, 2020
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Expiry dateApr 13, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L15/16
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Odor control articles (10) including hydrophobic polymers of intrinsic porosity (HPIM) and their use in personal care products and hygienic products is disclosed. The odor control article (10) includes a HPIM and a colorant. The odor control article (10) may be applied to a substrate (11), and more specifically to a liquid absorbent member (30), to form an odor-absorbing member (20). The substrate (11) may absorb liquid. The odor-absorbing member (20) may be placed in such products as diapers (200), incontinence pads (60) and refrigerator pads. A method of making an odor control suspension with HPIMs including the use of surfactants is also disclosed. The odor control suspension may also be applied to a substrate (11).

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