Method of forming rapidly disintegrating paper tubes

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 4872933
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07229065

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A method of forming a tube is disclosed which has the strength and stiffness required for a tampon applicator tube and which can rapidly disintegrate in water. A method including the steps of directing a web of paper, a web of adhesive film and a web of superabsorbent material on to a mandrel. Wrapping said webs on the mandrel to form a laminate, and then heating the laminate to form a seal between the various layers to produce a finished tube.

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  • KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.

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Tews, Richard R Appleton, WI 8 218

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