ABSORBENT ARTICLES
First Claim
1. A multiple layer water-absorbent core suitable for use in an absorbent article comprising a water-absorbent layer and a water-management layer which acts to reduce the exposure of the core to water wherein the water-management layer is located above the water-absorbent layer.
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Abstract
A multiple layer water-absorbent core is described which is suitable for use in an absorbent article. The water-absorbent core comprises a water-absorbent layer and a water-management layer which acts to reduce the exposure of the core to water. The water-management layer is preferably formed from the hydrophobic material. An absorbent article comprising a liquid pervious cover sheet, a liquid impervious backsheet and a multiple layer water-absorbent core of the invention is also described.
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- 1. A multiple layer water-absorbent core suitable for use in an absorbent article comprising a water-absorbent layer and a water-management layer which acts to reduce the exposure of the core to water wherein the water-management layer is located above the water-absorbent layer.
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