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EXTENSIBLE LAMINATE

Publication EP2891480A1 Kind: A1 Mar 18, 2026

Applicants

Ontex BV

Inventors

Van Goethem, Jeroen

Abstract

The present invention relates to a laminate suitable for absorbent articles. More particularly, the invention relates to an elastic laminate composed of three layers (an elastic film sandwiched between two nonwoven webs) bound to each other, preferably by mechanical bonding, to methods for manufacturing said elastic laminate, as well as to the use of an elastic laminate according to the invention in an absorbent article, particularly a pant diaper. The elastic laminate preferably comprises an improved extensibility and/or softness, leading to improved and comfort for the wearer. The present invention is of particular importance to the field of disposable hygiene products, in particular pant diapers.

IPC Classifications

A61F 13/49 20060101AFI20140519BHEP A61F 13/15 20060101ALI20140519BHEP

Designated States

AL, AT, BE, BG, CH, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IE, IS, IT, LI, LT, LU, LV, MC, MK, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, RS, SE, SI, SK, SM, TR