Elongated tubular articles from wet-laid webs

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 11390996
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16522964

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Embodiments of the present invention relate to elongated tubular members that include at least one layer comprising a cellulose ester. In some cases, the cellulose ester may be in the form of staple fibers. The layer may be formed via a wet-laid fiber web that may also include cellulose fibers. The elongated tubular members may be suitable for use with food and/or beverage items as, for example, drinking straws or other similar items.

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EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY200 SOUTH WILCOX DRIVE KINGSPORT TN 37660

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Everett, Charles Stuart Kingsport, US 44 1031
Ghosh, Koushik Kingsport, US 42 791
Izallalen, Mounir Kingsport, US 35 738
Mitchell, Melvin Glenn Penrose, US 72 1923
Parker, Kenny Randolph Afton, US 192 2970

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