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Multi-composition stick product and a process and system for manufacturing the same

US6648026B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 31, 2001
Grant dateNov 18, 2003
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B2220/14
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A multi-composition stick product, such as a lip balm, sun screen, deodorant, or glue stick. The multi-composition stick product including a stick composition molded in the container so as to contact the walls thereof and be advanceable or ejected therefrom. The stick composition includes a first composition and a second composition. The first and second compositions differ in at least one component, such as a medicament, colorant, fragrance, flavorant, sunscreen, preservative, conditioner, moisturizer, emollient, or surfactant. Furthermore the first and second compositions are arranged in a predetermined non-random pattern that is reproducible. Also described is the method and apparatus for manufacturing the multi-composition stick product.

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