Securing shoelaces and other ties
US6729784B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 23, 2002 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/3705
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method for inhibiting the loosening of knotted ties, e.g., shoelaces, by applying to the ties a waxy composition comprising a waxy ingredient effective to inhibit the ties from becoming untied. Applicators suitable for applying compositions to ties are also disclosed.
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