Absorbent articles having antimicrobial properties and methods of manufacturing the same
US10864123B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 3, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B2555/02
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
According to one embodiment, an absorbent article includes a moisture-impervious outer layer, an inner layer substantially co-extensive with the outer layer, and an absorbent layer interposed between the outer layer and the inner layer. The inner layer is treated with at least one antimicrobial booster. The absorbent layer is treated with at least one antimicrobial agent.
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