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Protective disposable wrapper for tampons

US9572731B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 6, 2015
Grant dateFeb 21, 2017
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2013/55195
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Tampon packaging and disposal systems and methods are disclosed. The packaging has a flexible mitten and an optional attached tampon enclosure. The tampon enclosure can package a tampon and the flexible mitten wraps around the tampon enclosure. When unwrapped, the tampon enclosure is detachable from the mitten and the tampon can be used by a user. The mitten is used for removing the used tampon worn by the user and disposing of the used tampon after removal.

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