[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunseok Yoo] WI, a company specializing in character and brand IP licensing, announced on the 27th that it will launch antibacterial patches featuring Kakao Friends characters.


The main ingredient of the 'Kakao Friends Antibacterial Patch Sticker,' neem oil, contains strong antibacterial substances that are highly effective in virus elimination and atopy relief.


This product has completed antibacterial efficacy tests (against E. coli, pneumonia bacteria, and Staphylococcus aureus) with a 99.9% success rate, as well as harmful substance non-detection tests, at KOTITI, a nationally accredited testing institution.


The 'Kakao Friends Antibacterial Patch Sticker' works by attaching the patch to mobile devices, allowing the antibacterial agent to spread and eliminate viruses. It can be used on smartphones, laptops, car interiors, children's toys and stationery, and toilet seats, maintaining antibacterial effectiveness for over three months.


A company representative explained, "Smartphones, which are touched about once every 10 minutes, harbor more bacteria than toilet seat covers," adding, "The Kakao Friends Antibacterial Patch relieves consumers' concerns with 99.9% antibacterial effectiveness and adds convenience."


The 'Antibacterial Patch Sticker' will be available from the 27th through WI's online store 'With Shop,' as well as online sales channels such as 11st and Shinsegae's home shopping broadcasts.



WI is an IP licensing specialist company that plans, manufactures, and sells various mobile accessories and small home appliances through licensing contracts with famous domestic and international characters and brands. Its representative products include those utilizing the IPs of 'Kakao Friends,' 'Pengsoo,' and 'Mercedes-Benz.'


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