Protective disposable wrapper for tampons
US9572731B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 6, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2035 |
Classification
- 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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