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Dentifrices containing zinc oxide particles

US5330748A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 19, 1993
Grant dateJul 19, 1994
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Expiry dateMay 19, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2800/413
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Zinc oxide particles, preferably agglomerated, are added to dentifrices such as toothpastes, gels, or tooth powders. The dentifrices may contain other conventional ingredients such as thickeners, flow aids, flavoring and/or sweetening agents, anti-calculus agents such as a pyrophosphate salt, and/or an anti-caries agent such as sodium fluoride.

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