Mattel, Inc.

Susan A Reyes

Wallace H Shapero

Abimael Maelo Cordova

Lawrence Mass

Joseph Nardoza

Gilda C Alvarez

A reusable, fluid-swellable absorbent composition is disclosed. The composition generally includes a superabsorbent polymer, a gum, a film-forming resin and gelatin. The composition may further include a colorant and/or reflective particles, and it is particularly well-suited for use with amusement devices, such as for use by children. The device includes at least one sample of the invented composition, preferably including colorant and/or glitter, a volume of water and a structure including a base and a closed perimeter extending outwardly from the base. The structure includes a plurality of discrete regions, and may collectively resemble an object, scene or other image. Then upon placement of a small quantity of the composition into a particular region and addition of water to the quantity, the composition swells, expands and generally conforms to the shape of the region.

Fluid-swellable composition, device and method for using the same

Compositions and methods of making the same, the compositions including a binder, solvent for the binder, humectant, wax, an emulsifier for the wax, filler, a cross-linking agent for the binder, and various additives. The binder preferably is polyvinyl alcohol. The filler preferably includes glass microspheres, talc and flour. The wax preferably includes paraffin and microcrystalline waxes.

Moldable compositions and method of making the same

A play material is formed using a self cross-linking sodium alginate combined with germaben II-E and butylparaben preservatives. A sodium chloride salt provides further preservative action which increases the firmness of the alginate gel material. The play material exhibits improved preservative action and avoidance of eye and skin irritation problems on the part of the user.

Play material

A safe non-toxic play material is formed of guar gum, EDTA, DOWICIL 200, methylparaben and propylparaben together with a monosodium phosphate calcium buffer. A glycerin and colorant mixture is combined with the remaining ingredients to complete the play material.

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Agoura Hills, CA, United States of America

Susan A Reyes