Tampon with wicking member and improved manufacturability patent application

This document is a publication of a patent application filed by inventors Kevin Charles STRONG, Henry A. BROWN, Evan Joseph DURLING, Ryo MINOGUCHI, Khalid QURESHI, and Lymarie SEMIDEY-FLECHA. The application, US20260083597A1, describes a tampon design featuring a pledget, a wicking member in direct contact with the pledget, and a withdrawal cord. A key aspect of the invention is that the wicking member is non-coaxially arranged with respect to the withdrawal cord, aiming for improved manufacturability.

As this is a patent application publication, there are no immediate compliance obligations or deadlines for regulated entities. However, companies involved in the manufacturing of feminine hygiene products, particularly tampons, may wish to review this application for potential intellectual property considerations, such as freedom to operate or opportunities for licensing. The filing date was December 3, 2025.