Aroma oil impregnated material

Abstract

To provide an aroma oil-impregnated component that can suppress oxidative deterioration and changes in fragrance over time. [Solution] The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 comprises a felt body 2 and aroma oil. The felt body 2 is made of animal fiber or cotton. The animal fiber is preferably wool. The aroma oil is impregnated into the felt body 2. The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 may further have a holder 3. The holder 3 holds the felt body 2 in a breathable manner. The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 can be suitably used in aroma diffusers or air conditioning equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to an aroma oil-impregnated member.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, aroma oil impregnated in a non-woven fabric has been naturally vaporized or vaporized by blowing air with a blower fan.

[0003] For example, in Patent Document 1, in order to make the scent of aroma oil waft, after putting the aroma oil in the container body, the aroma oil is sucked up by a core material made of non-woven fabric, and the sucked-up aroma oil is absorbed from the core material by a non-woven fabric absorber. A technique for vaporizing the aroma oil by blowing air from a blower fan of an aroma diffuser onto the absorber is disclosed.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] However, the conventional technology has room for improvement in the following points. That is, since the conventional technology uses a non-woven fabric, the aroma oil is likely to come into contact with air, and oxidative degradation of the aroma oil due to the passage of time is likely to occur. Also, in the vaporization method using a non-woven fabric, among the scents of the aroma oil, the scent called top note is vaporized first, and the scent called base note that is difficult to vaporize tends to remain at the end, and a change in scent due to the passage of time is likely to occur.

[0006] The present invention has been made in view of such problems, and aims to provide an aroma oil-impregnated member capable of suppressing oxidative degradation of the scent and change in scent due to the passage of time. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The aroma oil-impregnated member according to the present invention is as follows:

[0008] [1] A felt body made of animal fibers or cotton, The felt body is impregnated with an aroma oil, Aroma oil impregnated material. [2] The aforementioned animal fiber is wool. The aroma oil impregnated member described in [1]. [3] The holder has a structure that allows ventilation to the felt body and holds the felt body in place. The aroma oil-impregnated member described in [1] or [2]. [4] The holder holds the felt body inside. The aroma oil impregnated member described in [3]. [5] The holder has a first holding portion that houses and holds a part of the felt body, and a second holding portion that houses and holds the remaining part of the felt body. The first retaining part and the second retaining part are fitted together. The aroma oil-impregnated member described in [3] or [4]. [6] The holder has no seams. The aroma oil-impregnated member described in [3] or [4]. [7] The aforementioned holder is made of resin, The felt body and the holder are integrated together. An aroma oil-impregnated member as described in any one of [3], [4], or [6]. [8] In its unused state, sealed inside the container, An aroma oil-impregnated member as described in any one of [1] to [7]. [9] An aroma diffuser or an air conditioner using the aroma oil impregnated member according to any one of [1] to [8].

[10] In the unused state, the felt body is impregnated with the aroma oil. aroma oil impregnated member according to any one of [1] to [9]. [Effect of the Invention]

[0009] The aroma oil impregnated member has a felt body formed of animal fiber or cotton and an aroma oil impregnated in the felt body. The felt body formed of animal fiber or cotton has fibers intertwined into a lump (bulk). Therefore, in the aroma oil impregnated member, the aroma oil inside the felt body among the aroma oil impregnated in the felt body is difficult to come into contact with air. Therefore, the aroma oil impregnated member can suppress the oxidative deterioration of the aroma oil over time as compared with a non-woven fabric impregnated with the aroma oil. Further, in the aroma oil impregnated member, the aroma oil seeps out from the inside of the felt body to the outer surface of the felt body and vaporizes due to capillary action. Therefore, the aroma oil impregnated member can easily vaporize the aroma oil with less oxidative deterioration uniformly and suppress the change in fragrance over time.

[0010] A ccording to the above aroma oil impregnated member, it is possible to suppress the oxidative deterioration of the fragrance and the change in fragrance over time. [Brief Description of the Drawings]

[0011] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the aroma oil impregnated member of Embodiment 1. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the aroma oil impregnated member of Embodiment 1. [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the aroma oil impregnated member of Embodiment 2. [Figure 4]Figure 4 is a front view of the aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 2. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a plan view of the aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 2. [Figure 6] Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view taken along line VI-VI of the aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 2. [Figure 7] Figure 7 is a front view of the aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 3. [Figure 8] Figure 8 is a left side view of the aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 3. [Figure 9] Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view taken along line IX-IX of the aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 3. [Figure 10] Figure 10 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the usage method when using the aroma oil-impregnated members of Embodiments 1 and 2 in an aroma diffuser.

MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0012] Hereinafter, the aroma oil-impregnated member of the embodiment will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. Note that the aroma oil-impregnated member of the embodiment is not limited by the following examples.

[0013] (Embodiment 1) The aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2. As illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2, the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of Embodiment 1 has a felt body 2 and an aroma oil (not shown).

[0014] The felt body 2 is formed of animal fiber or cotton. The felt body 2 can be formed by compressing animal fiber or cotton by a known method, etc. The felt body 2 formed of animal fiber or cotton is less likely to be invaded by the components of the aroma oil than the felt body formed of chemical fiber, the felt body 2 is less likely to melt or deform, and the shape retention of the felt body 2 is excellent.

[0015] The felt body 2 is preferably made from animal fibers, from the viewpoint of ease of manufacture, availability of the felt body 2, impregnation of aroma oil, and vaporization of the impregnated aroma oil by capillary action. Examples of animal fibers that form the felt body 2 include wool and camel hair. Only one type may be used, or two or more types may be used in combination. Among the animal fibers, wool is preferably used, from the viewpoint of ease of manufacture, availability of the felt body 2, impregnation of aroma oil, and vaporization of the impregnated aroma oil by capillary action.

[0016] The shape of the felt body 2 may be any shape, such as a cylindrical or prismatic shape, or a flat shape such as a sheet. Preferably, the shape of the felt body 2 is three-dimensional, from the viewpoint of easily ensuring the amount of aroma oil impregnated and making it less likely for the aroma oil inside the felt body 2 to come into contact with air. Figures 1 and 2 show an example in which the felt body 2 is formed in a cylindrical shape.

[0017] The felt body 2 may be formed as a single unit from animal fibers or cotton, or it may be divided into multiple units from animal fibers or cotton. Preferably, the felt body 2 is formed as a single unit from animal fibers or cotton, from the viewpoint of uniform impregnation of aroma oil and manufacturability of the felt body 2.

[0018] The aroma oil is impregnated into the felt body 2. Note that the aroma oil is sometimes also called essential oil. The aroma oil impregnated into the felt body 2 may be undiluted or diluted. Furthermore, the felt body 2 may be impregnated with only one type of aroma oil, or with two or more types.

[0019] Specifically, the aroma oil can be already impregnated into the felt body 2 when the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 is unused. In this case, compared to impregnating the felt body 2 with aroma oil before use, the effort of impregnation is reduced, and the aroma oil impregnated into the felt body 2 can begin to vaporize immediately by natural evaporation or by blowing air with a fan. Therefore, in this case, the desired fragrance from the aroma oil can be released quickly.

[0020] The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 may also have a holder 3 in addition to the felt body 2 and aroma oil. The holder 3 holds the felt body 2 in a breathable manner.

[0021] With this configuration, the user of the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 can hold the holder 3 rather than the felt body 2 and place the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 in a desired location. Therefore, with this configuration, the aroma oil impregnated in the felt body 2 does not adhere to the user's hands, improving the user experience of the aroma oil-impregnated member 1.

[0022] In particular, as mentioned above, when the felt body 2 is already impregnated with aroma oil in an unused state, if the holder 3 is not present, it is necessary to hold the felt body 2, which can cause the aroma oil to get on the hands. In contrast, when the holder 3 is present, the holder 3 can be held, making it easy to avoid the aroma oil impregnated in the felt body 2 getting on the hands, which is particularly effective.

[0023] The shape of the holder 3 is not particularly limited, as long as it can hold the felt body 2 in a breathable manner. The holder 3 can, for example, hold the felt body 2 inside, or it can hold a portion of the felt body 2 inside the holder 3, with the rest of the felt body 2 outside the holder 3. From the viewpoint of making it easier to prevent aroma oil from adhering to the user's hands, it is preferable that the holder 3 is configured to hold the felt body 2 inside the holder 3.

[0024] Figures 1 and 2 show an example of an aroma oil-impregnated member 1 in which a holder 3 holds a felt body 2 inside. Specifically, as illustrated in Figures 1 and 2, the holder 3 has a first holding portion 31 and a second holding portion 32, and is configured so that the first holding portion 31 and the second holding portion 32 fit together.

[0025] The first retaining part 31 houses and holds a portion of the felt body 2. The second retaining part 32 houses and holds the remaining portion of the felt body 2. Figures 1 and 2 show an example in which the first retaining part 31 is configured to hold the portion of the cylindrical felt body 2 below the halfway point in the direction of the cylindrical axis, and the second retaining part 32 is configured to hold the portion of the cylindrical felt body 2 above the halfway point in the direction of the cylindrical axis. The vertical direction is based on the state in which the aroma oil impregnated member 1 and the retaining part 3 are arranged in the orientation shown in Figure 1. In Figures 1 and 2, the fitting position of the first retaining part 31 and the second retaining part 32 is set to a position corresponding to the halfway point in the direction of the cylindrical axis of the cylindrical felt body 2, but the fitting position is not limited to this and can be set as appropriate.

[0026] The first retaining portion 31 specifically has an annular portion 301 positioned at its end, an intermediate annular portion 302 positioned in contact with the second retaining portion 32, which is the opposing retaining portion, and a plurality of rod-shaped portions 303 connecting the annular portion 301 and the intermediate annular portion 302. The annular portion 301 is formed with an outer diameter that is slightly smaller than that of the intermediate annular portion 302. One end of each rod-shaped portion 303 is connected to the outer circumferential surface of the annular portion 301, and the other end of each rod-shaped portion 303 is connected to the lower surface of the intermediate annular portion 302. Furthermore, each rod-shaped portion 303 is provided at predetermined intervals in the circumferential direction of the annular portion 301. Therefore, the first retaining portion 31 allows ventilation to the internal felt body 2 through the gaps 304 between each rod-shaped portion 303 and the annular opening 305 (not shown in Figure 1) of the annular portion 301. Furthermore, the lower edge of the felt body 2 placed inside the first holding portion 31 can come into contact with the upper surface of the annular portion 301.

[0027] The second retaining portion 32, like the first retaining portion 31, has an annular portion 301 positioned at its end, an intermediate annular portion 302 positioned in contact with the first retaining portion 31, which is the opposing retaining portion, and a plurality of rod-shaped portions 303 connecting the annular portion 301 and the intermediate annular portion 302. The annular portion 301 is formed with an outer diameter that is slightly smaller than that of the intermediate annular portion 302. One end of each rod-shaped portion 303 is connected to the outer circumferential surface of the annular portion 301, and the other end of each rod-shaped portion 303 is connected to the upper surface of the intermediate annular portion 302. Furthermore, each rod-shaped portion 303 is provided at predetermined intervals in the circumferential direction of the annular portion 301. Therefore, the second retaining portion 32 allows ventilation to the internal felt body 2 through the gaps 304 between each rod-shaped portion 303 and the annular opening 305 in the annular portion 301. Furthermore, the upper edge of the felt body 2 placed inside the second holding portion 32 can come into contact with the lower surface of the annular portion 301.

[0028] The first retaining portion 31 and the second retaining portion 32 are configured to be able to fit together. In Figures 1 and 2, a protrusion 311 is formed on the contact surface of the intermediate annular portion 302 of the first retaining portion 31 with the intermediate annular portion 302 of the second retaining portion 32, and this protrusion 311 is able to fit into a groove 322 formed on the contact surface of the intermediate annular portion 302 of the second retaining portion 32 with the intermediate annular portion 302 of the first retaining portion 31. In addition, a protrusion 321 is formed on the contact surface of the intermediate annular portion 302 of the second retaining portion 32 with the intermediate annular portion 302 of the first retaining portion 31, and this protrusion 321 is able to fit into a groove 312 formed on the contact surface of the intermediate annular portion 302 of the first retaining portion 31 with the intermediate annular portion 302 of the second retaining portion 32. The shape for fitting the first retaining part 31 and the second retaining part 32 is not limited to this, and other configurations are also possible, such as a configuration in which a projection fits into a hole, or a configuration in which a locking piece is locked into a locking hole. Furthermore, it is also possible to configure the fitting state to become stronger by rotating it in the circumferential direction after fitting.

[0029] As for the material of the holder 3, various resins can be used, for example, from the viewpoint of moldability, degree of freedom in shape, and weight reduction of the holder 3. Examples of resins include polyacetal (POM) resin, polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin, and polypropylene (PP) resin, and preferably POM resin from the viewpoint of solubility to aroma oils.

[0030] The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 can be configured to be sealed inside a container (not shown) when not in use. In this case, deterioration and vaporization of the aroma oil impregnated in the felt body 2 can be prevented for a long period of time until the container is opened for use. Furthermore, if the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 has a holder 3, when the container is opened and the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 is removed from the container, the user can grasp the holder 3 to remove it, thereby preventing the aroma oil from getting on the user's hands when removing it from the container.

[0031] Examples of containers include pouches and plastic containers. Of these, pouches are preferable from the viewpoint of airtightness and resistance to solubility in aroma oils.

[0032] The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment can be manufactured, for example, as described below, but is not limited thereto. In the following description, for example, the case in which a holder 3 is included will be used as an example.

[0033] A holder 3 is formed by injection molding or the like. A felt body 2 (before aroma oil impregnation), formed into a predetermined shape such as a cylinder, is placed inside the first holder part 31 (second holder part 32), and the second holder part 32 (first holder part 31) is placed over it to fit the two together. Aroma oil is impregnated into the felt body 2 through the ring-shaped opening 305 and gaps 304 in the holder 3. After that, it is sealed in a container as needed. By doing so, the aroma oil impregnated member 1 of this embodiment can be manufactured.

[0034] The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment comprises a felt body 2 made of animal fibers or cotton, and aroma oil impregnated into the felt body 2. The felt body 2, made of animal fibers or cotton, is formed in a bulk state due to the intertwining of fibers. Therefore, in the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment, the aroma oil inside the felt body 2 is less likely to come into contact with air. As a result, the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment can suppress oxidative degradation of the aroma oil over time compared to a nonwoven fabric impregnated with aroma oil. Furthermore, in the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment, the aroma oil seeps out from the inside of the felt body 2 to the outer surface of the felt body 2 and vaporizes due to capillary action. As a result, the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment allows the aroma oil, which is less susceptible to oxidative degradation, to vaporize uniformly, and can suppress changes in fragrance over time.

[0035] Therefore, the aroma oil-impregnated member of this embodiment makes it possible to suppress oxidative deterioration and changes in fragrance over time.

[0036] (Embodiment 2) The aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 2 will be described with reference to Figures 3 to 6. Note that, among the reference numerals used in Embodiment 2 and later, those that are the same as those used in the previously described embodiments represent the same components as those in the previously described embodiments, unless otherwise specified.

[0037] As illustrated in Figures 3 to 6, the aroma oil impregnated member 1 of this embodiment differs from the aroma oil impregnated member 1 of Embodiment 1 mainly in the configuration of the holder 3.

[0038] Specifically, in the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment, the holder 3 has no seams, as illustrated in Figures 3 to 6. This configuration has advantages such as reducing the number of parts compared to the case where the holder 3 is formed in sections, and eliminating the assembly process required to assemble the sectioned holder 3.

[0039] In the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment, the holder 3 is made of resin, and the felt body 2 and the holder 3 are integrated. In other words, the felt body 2 and the holder 3 can be made as a single unit. With this configuration, by insert molding, in which the felt body 2 (before aroma oil impregnation) is inserted into an injection mold and resin material is injected, the felt body 2 held by the holder 3 before aroma oil impregnation can be formed in one step. Furthermore, by integrating the felt body 2 and the holder 3, it is possible to make it difficult for the felt body 2 to come off the holder 3. In the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment, if the felt body 2 is not removable from the holder 3, it is possible to prevent the user from accidentally removing the felt body 2 from the holder 3, or the felt body 2 from falling off the holder 3 during transport, etc.

[0040] Since the holder 3 in the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment is a single piece, it does not have the intermediate annular portion 302 that the holder 3 in the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of Embodiment 1 had, as illustrated in Figures 3 to 6.

[0041] The holder 3 in the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment specifically has annular portions 301 arranged at one end and the other end, and a plurality of rod-shaped portions 303 connecting the annular portions 301, as illustrated in Figures 3 to 6. One end of each rod-shaped portion 303 is connected to the outer circumferential surface of one annular portion 301, and the other end of each rod-shaped portion 303 is connected to the outer circumferential surface of the other annular portion 301. Furthermore, each rod-shaped portion 303 is provided at predetermined intervals in the circumferential direction of the annular portion 301. Therefore, the holder 3 allows air to circulate to the internal felt body 2 through the gaps 304 between the rod-shaped portions 303 and the annular opening 305 of the annular portion 301. Note that the shape of the holder 3 is an example and is not limited thereto.

[0042] The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment can be manufactured, for example, as follows, but is not limited thereto.

[0043] The manufacturing method for the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment may include an insert molding step and an aroma oil impregnation step. The insert molding step is a step in which the felt body 2 and the holder 3 are integrated by inserting the felt body 2 into an injection mold and injecting a resin material. The aroma oil impregnation step is a step in which aroma oil is impregnated into the felt body 2 which is integrally held by the holder 3. In the aroma oil impregnation step, aroma oil can be impregnated into the felt body 2 through the ring-shaped opening 305 and gaps 304 in the holder 3. After that, it is sealed in a container as needed. By doing so, the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment can be manufactured.

[0044] Other configurations and effects are the same as in Embodiment 1.

[0045] (Embodiment 3) The aroma oil-impregnated member of Embodiment 3 will be described with reference to Figures 7 to 9.

[0046] As illustrated in Figures 7 to 9, the aroma oil impregnated member 1 of this embodiment differs from the aroma oil impregnated member 1 of Embodiment 1 mainly in the shape of the felt body 2 and the shape of the holder 3.

[0047] Specifically, in the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment, the felt body 2 is formed in a sheet shape, as illustrated in Figures 7 to 9. The holder 3 has a frame portion 33 that constitutes the outer circumference of the holder 3, and grid-like portions 34 formed on one side and the other side of the holder 3, respectively. The felt body 2 is held inside the holder 3 by being sandwiched between the grid-like portions 34 formed on one side and the other side. The holder 3 allows ventilation to the felt body 2 inside through grid window portions 341 that are partitioned by the grid-like portions 34.

[0048] In the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of this embodiment, the holder 3 is made of resin, and the felt body 2 and the holder 3 are integrated. Such an aroma oil-impregnated member 1 can be manufactured using an insert molding method, similar to Embodiment 2. Although not shown in the figures, the holder 3 may be configured, similar to Embodiment 1, for example, to be divided in a direction perpendicular to the thickness direction of the frame portion 33, and each divided portion may be fitted together to form a single holder 3.

[0049] Other configurations and effects are the same as in Embodiment 1 and Embodiment 2.

[0050] (Application) The aroma oil-impregnated member 1 of Embodiments 1 to 3 may be used in a manner in which the aroma oil impregnated in the felt body 2 is vaporized by natural evaporation, or in a manner in which air is blown onto the felt body 2 (ventilation of the felt body 2) to vaporize the aroma oil impregnated in the felt body 2. In the former case, for example, the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 can be used by hanging it in a desired space or placing it in a desired position. On the other hand, in the latter case, the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 can be applied to various air conditioning equipment such as aroma diffusers (sometimes called aroma oil diffusers, fragrance diffusion devices, etc.), air conditioners, and air purifiers.

[0051] Figure 10 shows an example of using the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 in an aroma diffuser. As illustrated in Figure 10, the aroma oil-impregnated member 1 is placed on the mounting portion 911 of the vaporization chamber 91 formed inside the aroma diffuser 9. A blower fan (not shown) located at the bottom of the vaporization chamber 91 introduces air into the vaporization chamber 91 through ventilation holes 913 formed at the bottom 912 of the vaporization chamber 91. The air sent into the vaporization chamber 91 vaporizes the aroma oil impregnated in the felt body 2, and air containing aroma oil components is discharged from the discharge port 914 formed at the upper end of the aroma diffuser 9.

[0052] In the aroma diffuser 9 illustrated in Figure 10, the outer cylinder (not shown) covering the main body 90 is removed for the sake of explanation. However, by placing the outer cylinder over the main body 90, a closed vaporization chamber 91 is formed. For details of the aroma diffuser 9, known configurations can be adopted, such as the configuration described in Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2016-73463. Furthermore, if the holder 3 is not present, the aroma oil impregnated member 1 can be used by covering the surface of the felt body 2 with a covering material to allow air to circulate to the felt body 2. In other words, the surface of the felt body 2 can be covered with the covering material so that a part of its surface is exposed. Also, if the holder 3 is present, the aroma oil impregnated member 1 can be used by covering the surface of the holder 3 with a covering material to allow air to circulate to the felt body 2. In other words, the surface of the holder 3 can be covered with the covering material so that a part of its surface is exposed. In these cases, the amount of vaporization of the aroma oil impregnated in the felt body 2 can be adjusted by the covering material during use. The use of such a covering material is particularly effective at the beginning of use when the felt body 2 is relatively heavily impregnated with aroma oil. When the amount of aroma oil in the felt body 2 decreases, the covering material can be removed before use. The shape of the covering material is not particularly limited, but examples include a bottomed cylindrical cup body 915 (here formed from transparent resin) as shown in Figure 10.

[0053] The descriptions of each embodiment described above may be referenced to one another as needed, and each configuration described in each description may be applied individually or in any combination as necessary.

[0054] The present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications are possible without departing from its spirit. Furthermore, the claims described in the original claims can be combined in any way. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0055] 1. Aroma oil impregnated member 2 Felt bodies 3 Holding body

Claims

1. A felt body made of animal fibers or cotton, The felt body is impregnated with an aroma oil, Aroma oil impregnated material.

2. The aforementioned animal fiber is wool. The aroma oil-impregnated member according to claim 1.

3. The holder has a structure that allows ventilation to the felt body and holds the felt body in place. The aroma oil-impregnated member according to claim 1.

4. The holder holds the felt body inside. The aroma oil impregnated member according to claim 3.

5. The holder has a first holding portion that houses and holds a part of the felt body, and a second holding portion that houses and holds the remaining part of the felt body. The first retaining part and the second retaining part are fitted together. The aroma oil impregnated member according to claim 3.

6. The holder has no seams. The aroma oil impregnated member according to claim 3.

7. The aforementioned holder is made of resin, The felt body and the holder are integrated together. The aroma oil impregnated member according to claim 3.

8. In its unused state, sealed inside the container, The aroma oil-impregnated member according to claim 1.

9. Aroma diffusers, or those used in air conditioning equipment, The aroma oil-impregnated member according to claim 1.

10. In an unused state, the felt body is impregnated with the aroma oil. The aroma oil impregnated member according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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