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Permeable fiber-like film coated nonwoven

US5919177A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 28, 1997
Grant dateJul 6, 1999
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Expiry dateMar 28, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/24446
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

There is provided a cushioned absorbent material which may be used as a bodyside liner for a personal care product which is made from a lofty nonwoven fabric onto which is extruded a film to form a laminate. The laminate is then apertured and has an 8 cc intake rate of at most 20 sec and a rewet of less than 1 gm. Such a liner may be used in personal care products like diapers, training pants, feminine hygiene products, absorbent underpants, adult incontinence products, and the like.

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