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Flushable release liners and methods of making the same

US6296914A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 15, 1999
Grant dateOct 2, 2001
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Expiry dateSep 15, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31913
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention is directed to a flushable water-sensitive film, which maintains its integrity and strength when in use, but disperses when place in contact with water, such as in a conventional sink or toilet. Moreover, the present invention is directed to a flushable release liner, which performs like conventional release papers, but adds the convenience of disposal by flushing in a sink or toilet. The present invention is also directed to products, which contain a flushable water-sensitive film or release liner.

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