Tampon product including applicator having components molded of pulp-based composite
US12004929B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 22, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F13/2082
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tampon applicator assembly is disclosed. The applicator assembly may include a barrel portion, a grip portion and an ejection plunger configured to slide coaxially within one or both the barrel portion and the grip portion. One or more of the barrel portion, grip portion and ejection plunger may be molded from a molding composite comprising cellulose fibers.
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