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Sheet-like, oxygen-scavenging agent

US4769175A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 26, 1986
Grant dateSep 6, 1988
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Expiry dateJun 26, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D81/24
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A sheet-like oxygen scavenger for preserving foods or other article in an oxygen-free conditions. This oxygen scavenger is composed of a mixture of fibrous material, iron powder, water and electrolytic material and formed into a sheet-like product by a process which is similar to a paper making process. This sheet-like oxygen scavenger may be covered with gas-permeable film or laminate film. A method of manufacturing the sheet-like oxygen scavenger is also disclosed.

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