Tampon applicator with improved fingergrip and method of making same

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United States of America Patent

APP PUB NO 20040010220A1
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10463202

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The present invention provides a tampon applicator barrel having a fingergrip with one or more gripping structures that have an acute edge for improved gripping. Preferably, the one or more gripping structures are one or more embossed ring-like structures. The present invention also provides a method for forming the one or more gripping structures on the applicator barrel. The method preferably includes forming at least one embossed ring-like gripping structure on the barrel such that the radial compressive strength of the applicator barrel is not compromised.

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EGDEWELL PERSONAL CARE BRANDS LLC1350 TIMBERLAKE MANOR PARKWAY CHESTERFIELD MO 63017

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Melvin, Wayne David Felton, DE 5 167
Miller, Michael L Dover, DE 86 2281

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