Water-sensitive compositions for improved processability
AssigneeKimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
InventorsFu-Jya Tsai, William S. Pomplun, Pavneet S. Mumick
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Abstract
The present invention is directed to thermoformable ion-sensitive compositions having improved processability. In addition, the present invention is directed to a process of making water-dispersible fibers, films and fabrics, which maintain their structural integrity and strength when in use, but dissolve and disperse when placed in contact with large amounts of water, such as in a conventional sink or toilet. Moreover, the present invention is directed to water-dispersible products, including flushable products such as personal care products, diapers, incontinence devices, release liners, feminine napkins, product packaging, etc., which contain fibers, films and fabrics formed from the water-sensitive compositions.
Claims22
A multicomponent fiber comprising at least one water-sensitive polymer blended with at least one additional polymer, the at least one additional polymer being a polylactide, a polyolefin-grafted with one or more polar groups, or a second aliphatic polyester;
- wherein the water-sensitive polymer is ion triggerable.
A multicomponent fiber comprising at least one water-sensitive polymer blended with at least one additional polymer, wherein the water-sensitive polymer is ion triggerable and the at least one additional polymer is not ion triggerable, and wherein the weight ratio of the water-sensitive polymer to the at least one additional polymer is from about 60:40 to about 90:10.
A multicomponent fiber comprising a water-sensitive copolyester blended with a polylactide, wherein the multicomponent fiber is ion triggerable.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.