The main components of the absorbent core are: | |
Fluff Pulp - cellulose wood fibres | |
Superabsorbent Polymer (SAP)- acrylic polymer | |
Tissue or nonwoven layer wrap - cellulose or polypropylene fibres |
The main components of the envelope are: | |
Porous nonwoven cover (hydrophilic) | |
Impervious nonwoven leg cuff (hydrophobic) | |
Polyethylene or laminated back sheet | |
Hot melt adhesives to bond components | |
Plastic frontal and side tapes (diaper) | |
Synthetic or rubber elastics (diaper) | |
Elastic waist band (diaper) | |
Acquisition/distribution layer(surge layer) |