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Absorbent layer structure

US7888548B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 28, 2006
Grant dateFeb 15, 2011
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Expiry dateJul 25, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2013/5307
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An absorbent layer structure for use as an absorbent body in an absorbent article includes a first surface layer having cellulose fluff pulp, a second surface layer having cellulose fluff pulp, and an inner layer arranged between the surface layers having a mixture of cellulose fluff pulp and 5-90% by weight superabsorbent material, the cellulose fluff pulp in the surface layers having a mat strength which is lower than the mat strength in the inner layer by at least 1 N measured at a weight per unit area of 300 g/m2 and a bulk of 4.5 cm3/g or less and preferably a mat strength which is lower than the mat strength in the inner layer by at least 2 N measured at a weight per unit area of 300 g/m2 and a bulk of 4.5 cm3/g or less.

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