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Absorbent article with inversely related gradients

US5462537A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 31, 1991
Grant dateOct 31, 1995
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Expiry dateJul 31, 2011

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2013/53097
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An absorbent article is provided with inversely related basis weight and density gradients for absorbing and retaining body liquids. A central target area of the absorbent article has an average higher basis weight and a lower average density than end areas. Superabsorbent material is selectively disposed within the article.

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