Tampon applicator
US8756791B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 1, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 24, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 18, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49984
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tampon applicator is provided having a barrel and/or a plunger molded from a pulp-based material. The barrel can be molded such that it includes a molded fingergrip area having a textured surface, at least one gripping structure, or any combination thereof. Petals may be molded on the pledget ejection end of the barrel. In addition, the exterior surface of the barrel is molded such that it is textured, smooth, or any combinations thereof. The molded tampon applicator exhibits superior flushability and compostability characteristics, without compromising the strength of the barrel or plunger.
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