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Articles comprising cationic polysaccharides and acidic pH buffering means

US6844430B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 9, 2002
Grant dateJan 18, 2005
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Expiry dateSep 9, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2300/00
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to articles, preferably disposable absorbent articles like sanitary napkins and pantiliners, which comprise a cationic polysaccharide, typically chitin-based material and/or chitosan material, and an acidic pH buffering means. Such disposable absorbent articles deliver improved odor control performance even upon prolonged wearing time of the articles.

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