Paper product with disinfecting properties
AssigneeKruger Products L.P.
InventorPhilip Buder
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Abstract
A paper product having an antimicrobial composition dispersed with the substrate is provided. In particular, a paper towel such as those found in public washrooms or institutions comprises an antimicrobial composition. The substrate can also be a facial tissue, kitchen towel, serviette or any type of personal hygiene product. The antimicrobial composition preferably comprises a phenol-derived antimicrobial agent. The paper products of the present invention appear dry to the touch.
Claims15
A dry paper product comprising a substrate and an antimicrobial composition disposed on said substrate, wherein said substrate is selected from the group consisting of a paper hand towel, a napkin, facial tissue, toilet paper and household paper towels, and wherein said composition is biodegradable, surfactant-free, and comprises a hydrophilic solvent in which is dispersed 2-phenylphenol and at least one additional phenol-based antimicrobial active agent.
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