Tampon assembly having shaped pledget
US9192522B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/15422
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides a tampon applicator assembly having an applicator barrel with an insertion tip with a maximum of three petals. Additionally, the tampon applicator assembly can be provided with a tapered insertion tip. A shaped pledget can be housed in the applicator barrel, which provides support to the petals.
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