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Adhesive composition resistant to biological fluids

US4551490A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 30, 1983
Grant dateNov 5, 1985
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Expiry dateDec 30, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/2883
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Medical grade pressure sensitive adhesive compositions comprising a homogeneous mixture of one or more polyisobutylenes or blends of one or more polyisobutylenes and butyl rubber, one or more styrene radial or block type copolymers, mineral oil, one or more water soluble hydrocolloid gums, and a tackifier. One or more water swellable cohesive strengthening agents, an antioxidant, and various other optional ingredients may be included within the adhesive composition.

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