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Method, device and composition for the sustained release of an antimicrobial gas

US6620380B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 14, 2001
Grant dateSep 16, 2003
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Expiry dateSep 14, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC01B11/022
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A unitary container housing having a plurality of sealed compartments each containing a dry composition which will gradually release an antimicrobially active gas upon exposure to moist air, and each compartment being separately openable to expose its contents to the environment, and a method of using the same.

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