Breathable absorbent articles comprising chitosan material
US6867287B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 3, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L15/225
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to breathable absorbent articles, such as sanitary napkins, pantiliners, nursing pads and baby diapers, having a breathable backsheet, and comprising a chitosan material. Absorbent articles are provided that deliver not only initial high performing breathability but also maintain effective breathability in use as well as high protection level while delivering also effective odor control towards odor associated with bodily fluids.
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