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Absorbent articles incorporating color change graphics

US6710221B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 5, 2000
Grant dateMar 23, 2004
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2013/8497
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A disposable absorbent article such as a training pant includes active graphics that can change color during use and can provide an interactive training aid. The active graphics in particular embodiments can comprise moisture sensitive color change compositions that disappear from view or blend in with background graphics upon activation. In particular embodiments, the active graphics comprise at least two compositions that have different post-activation colors.

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