Stretch removable adhesive articles and methods
US7078582B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 21, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/00838
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Pressure sensitive adhesive articles and methods, particularly stretch removable adhesive articles that are preferably for use in adhering to skin or like delicate surfaces. Preferably, stretch removability of the article occurs as a result of the selection of a stretch removable pressure sensitive adhesive. In one embodiment of the articles and methods, the adhesive and backing delaminate upon removal. In another embodiment of the articles and methods, the backing includes a predefined tab located in a central location of the backing.
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