Why use nonwovens in absorbent hygiene products?

Absorbent hygiene products (AHPs) have made an important contribution to the quality of life and skin health of millions of people. Users of absorbent hygiene products benefit from the softness, smoothness, leakage prevention, strength and protection provided by nonwovens.

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What are the advantages of using nonwovens in absorbent hygiene products?

Nonwovens are used in baby diapers, menstrual products, adult incontinence and personal care products. They are used in multiple elements of the products. Such as top sheet or cover stock, leg cuff, acquisition/distribution layer, core wrap, back sheet, stretch ears, landing zone, dusting layer and fastening systems.

Benefits of using nonwovens: they are the key to effective and efficient absorbent hygiene products

  • Excellent absorption
  • Softness
  • Smoothness
  • Stretchability
  • Comfort and fit
  • Strength
  • Lotions can be added for specific uses
  • Good uniformity
  • Double fluid barrier/leg cuffs help prevent leakages
  • Good strike through, wet back and run off
  • Cost effectiveness
  • Stability and tear resistance
  • Opacity and stain hiding power
  • Breathability

Main technologies used are; Airlaid, Carded nonwovens, Spunmelt. Other components of absorbent hygiene products are; fluff pulp, superabsorbent polymers, impervious backing films, adhesives and elastics.

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