Document Type

Patent

Publication Date

1-25-1994

Patent Number

Patent Number 5281208

Abstract

Fibers having intra-fiber capillary channels are used in conjunction with topsheet materials in absorbent articles such as diapers, bandages and, especially, sanitary napkins. In-use, the capillary channel fibers draw fluid away from the topsheet to provide a clean, dry appearance.

Application Number

07/934,585

Assignees

The Procter & Gamble Company (Cincinnati, OH)

Filing Date

08/24/1992

Primary/U.S. Class

604/378

Other/U.S. Class

604/365; 604/367; 604/383; 604/384

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