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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 16, 1999
Filed:
Sep. 06, 1995
Takashi Oku, Funabashi, JP;
Keijiro Shigeru, Funabashi, JP;
Takako Yazawa, Funabashi, JP;
Tomohiko Iijima, Funabashi, JP;
Nobuyuki Kumakura, Funabashi, JP;
Sumitomo Osaka Cement Co., Ltd., Tokyo, JP;
Abstract
The present invention provides an anti-bacterial and anti-fungal glaze composition for ceramic products formed by incorporating a silver-containing substance; and a fire resistant material and/or glass composition. The present invention can be used in the manufacture of ceramic products requiring sanitary properties such as tile, sanitary earthenware, commodes, bath tubs and the like, and according to the present invention, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties can be effectively exhibited therein. In particular, the present invention can be used in sink basins, tile, commodes, bath tubs, and the like of hospitals, hotels and public facilities.