Abstract: An organic particulate-filled adhesive is provided comprising ionomeric particulate dispersed in a polymer matrix containing water-soluble polymer or water-dispersible polymer. The adhesive preferably contains a plasticizer. If desired, in some formulations, the adhesive can contain additives, such as opacifying agents, skin cleansers, skin moisturizers, vitamins, and herbal extracts. The adhesive can have pressure sensitive adhesive properties, although such properties are not necessary. The adhesive can be formulated so as to be useful as a repulpable adhesive and as a cosmetic adhesive.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
November 29, 2001
Date of Patent:
October 21, 2003
Assignee:
3M Innovative Properties Company
Inventors:
Michael R. Engel, Chung I. Young, Michael Govek, Michael D. Delmore, Michael R. Stumpf, Chi-Ming Tseng, Michael L. Ruegsegger