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Skin antiseptic composition dispenser and methods of use

US8105306B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 8, 2004
Grant dateJan 31, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M35/006
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Skin antiseptic composition dispensers and methods of use are disclosed. The skin antiseptic composition dispenser may include a container with one or more walls that are substantially impermeable to ethylene oxide gas during normal ethylene oxide sterilization processes. In some embodiments, the container may include flexible walls free of metallic foil barrier layers. The containers may also include one or more vents in addition to one or more openings used to dispense the skin antiseptic composition within the container. The dispenser may include an applicator with a hydrophilic foam.

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