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Article suitable for wiping surfaces

CA 1186859 A · Owner: Unilever Plc · Inventors: Rowe, Gavin B.; Forrest, Geoffrey; Deacon, Martin J.

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In an article suitable for wiping surfaces which comprises an elongate web substrate impregnated with a liquid composition, migration of the liquid along the length of the substrate is substantially prevented by dividing the substrate into a plurality of individual areas by means of a repeating pattern of liquid-repellent barrier material for, example, wax or certain resins, extending across the whole width of the substrate. This measure prevents fluid loss by capillary action and evaporation when the wet substrate is stored in a dispenser. The wet substrate is preferably used in conjunction with a dispenser having a relatively tight closure, especially one in which the closure is formed by …

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  • Granted May 14, 1985. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended May 14, 2002.
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FiledJune 17, 1982
GrantedMay 14, 1985
Term endedMay 14, 2002
Patent numberCA 1186859 A
Classification (IPC)A47L1/15 +2 more

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1983198519871989199119931995199719992001Application filedJune 17, 1982Patent grantedMay 14, 1985Term endedMay 14, 2002

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