Absorbent articles having antimicrobial properties and methods of manufacturing the same
US9717818B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 8, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 1, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/1052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
According to one embodiment, an absorbent article includes a moisture-impervious outer layer, an inner layer substantially co-extensive with the outer layer, and an absorbent layer interposed between the outer layer and the inner layer. The inner layer is treated with at one least substance including dimethicone and/or at least one antimicrobial booster. The absorbent layer is treated with at least one antimicrobial agent.
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