Breathable diaper outer cover with foam dampness inhibitor
US6600086B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 31, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 29, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 23, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/530817
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An absorbent article including a liquid-permeable bodyside liner, an absorbent core layer and a breathable outer cover is provided with a hydrophobic foam dampness-inhibiting layer between the absorbent core and the outer cover. The hydrophobic foam dampness-inhibiting layer maintains an air space within the foam. The air space acts as a thermal insulator, dampness-perception inhibitor and moisture passageway. The resulting product is an absorbent garment having a breathable outer cover material with reduced perception of dampness on the outer surface of the outer cover.
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