Water-soluble label, a process for its preparation and its use
CA 1195113 A · Owner: Hoechst Aktiengesellschaft · Inventors: Dudzik, Joachim; Dudzik, Winfried; Pospich, Gunther
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A label essentially comprises a top layer which can be printed and/or inscribed and a water-soluble adhesive layer. The adhesive layer can also be protected by a covering layer. The top layer is formed from polyvinyl alcohol which is preferably insoluble in cold water but soluble in hot water. The adhesive layer comprises a synthetic adhesive which is soluble in water and represents, in particular, a contact adhesive or permanent adhesive. The label is resistant to the action of cold water but is soluble in hot water and is, suitable for labeling containers with a smooth surface.
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- Granted October 15, 1985. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended October 15, 2002.
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