Patent ID: 7799966

Claim:
A fibrous tampon for absorbing body fluids, the tampon comprising: at least one inner layer having one or more malodor counteractant materials incorporated therein; and at least one outer layer that along with said at least one inner layer forms a cross-pad configuration; wherein said one or more malodor counteractant materials is selected from the group consisting of: glycerin, glycerin compound, aldehyde, natural oil, solution of soluble natural compound, natural plant and herb extract, naturally occurring deodorizing active, citric acid, acetic acid, base, EDTA, ester, masking agent, sensory receptor alterant, oxidizing agent, biological agent, surfactant, surface active polymer, and any mixtures thereof; wherein said one or more malodor counteractant materials is present in an amount between about 0.01 grams to about 0.12 grams, and wherein said one or more malodor counteractant materials is in a liquid form.