Product Introduction
Hydrophilic Spunbond Nonwoven Fabric is a premium polypropylene (PP) material advanced with specialized hydrophilic surfactants during the extrusion process or via post-treatment coating. This modification alters the surface tension, allowing liquids to instantly wet out, penetrate, and distribute evenly rather than gathering on the surface.
Compared to hydrophobic standard spunbond, our hydrophilic nonwoven features excellent fluid management (fast strike-through and minimal re-wet), ultra-soft hand feel, and exceptional breathability. It is engineering-optimized to function flawlessly as a Top Sheet or Acquisition Distribution Layer (ADL) in disposable hygiene and medical industries.
Primary Applications
Hygiene Products: Top sheets for baby diapers, adult incontinence underwear, sanitary napkins, and panty liners.
Medical & Healthcare: Disposable underpads, surgical gown components, medical beddings, and professional wipes.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Technical Specification | Test Method (EDANA/INDA Standard) |
| Material | 100% Virgin Polypropylene (PP) | - |
| Technology | Advanced Spunbond (SS / SSS / SSMMS Lines) | - |
| Functional Feature | Advanced Hydrophilic (Single/Durable Hydrophilic) | - |
| Basis Weight Range | 10 gsm – 80 gsm (plus or minus 5%) | NWSP 130.1 |
| Roll Width Range | 50 mm up to 3200 mm (Custom Slitting Available) | NWSP 120.1 |
| Hydrophilic Strike-Through | 3.0 seconds or less (3rd strike 5.0s or less for durable type) | NWSP 070.3 / EDANA 150.5 |
| Liquid Wetback (Re-wet) | 0.1g or less (Optimized for top sheet dry-surface) | NWSP 070.8 / EDANA 151.1 |
| Tensile Strength | MD: 30 N/5cm or more | CD: 18 N/5cm or more (Based on 15 gsm) | NWSP 110.4 |
| Elongation at Break | MD: 40% – 80% | CD: 50% – 90% | NWSP 110.4 |
| Embossing Pattern | Sesame, Diamond, or Plain | - |
| Core / Roll Diameter | 3" (76 mm) or 2" (50 mm) Paper Core | OD up to 1200 mm | - |
| Optional Treatments | Anti-static, UV Stabilized, Flame Retardant, Ultra-Soft | - |
Product Features
Advanced Fluid Management: Superior hydrophilic properties ensuring instant liquid strike-through (3 seconds or less).
High-Speed Line Compatibility: Outstanding dimensional stability and mechanical strength, tailored for high-speed converters (up to 600-800 pcs/min diaper lines) without web breaks.
Exceptional Skin Comfort: Cotton-like softness, low friction, non-toxic, and strictly odorless-safe for direct contact with infant skin.
Uniform Web Structure: Excellent fiber distribution and consistent basis weight (CV value less than or equal to 4%), ensuring stable liquid distribution.
Low Linting & High Purity: Zero chemical washing, low lint generation, reducing contamination risk during automated production.
Eco-conscious Composition: 100% recyclable virgin polypropylene base matrix.
Available Customization Options
Basis Weight & Width: Fully customizable within 10–80 gsm and 50–3200 mm.
Hydrophilic Performance: Choose between Single Hydrophilic (for fast disposal) and Durable/Multi-Hydrophilic (for multiple liquid insults).
Tactile Upgrades: Standard, Soft, and Ultra-Soft (Silk-touch) formulations.
Aesthetics: Custom colors (Light Blue, Light Green, Soft Pink, etc.) and branding printing options.
Functional Finishes: Tailored anti-static, anti-bacterial, or hydrophobic/hydrophilic zoned combo configurations.
Quality Control & International Certificates
Quality Management & Verification
Our facility operates under the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System. All hydrophilic nonwoven materials intended for hygiene and medical applications comply strictly with OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (Class I: Safe for Baby Skin Contact), REACH regulations, and FDA direct skin contact guidelines.
Batch-by-Batch Lab Testing Protocols
In-Line Inspection: Automated camera detection systems to scan for pinholes, contamination, or thin spots in real-time.
Physical Testing: Routine verification of Basis Weight (GSM), Tensile Strength (MD/CD), and Elongation for every single master roll.
Performance Testing: Liquid Strike-Through Time (EDANA 150.5) and Re-wet value tracking conducted every 2 hours in our climate-controlled lab.
Why Choose Us as Your Nonwoven Partner?
Massive Industrial Scale: Operating multiple state-of-the-art multi-beam (SSS / SSSMMS) spunbond production lines with an annual capacity exceeding 35,000 metric tons, ensuring a rock-solid supply chain for large-scale global converters.
Global Tier-1 Supply Experience: Over a decade of successful export operations supplying multinational diaper manufacturers and medical converters across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.
Short & Reliable Lead Times: Standard container orders are completed and dispatched within 10 to 14 days, supported by streamlined logistics near major international container ports.
Direct Factory Cost Structure: Benefit from economies of scale and direct-from-manufacturer pricing without intermediary markups, boosting your competitive edge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes your hydrophilic spunbond fabric suitable for baby diaper top sheets?
A: Our fabric features an ultra-soft finishing option and satisfies the strict OEKO-TEX Standard 100 Class I criteria. It passes the EDANA liquid strike-through test in under 3 seconds, drawing fluid away instantly to ensure the baby's skin remains completely dry and irritation-free.
Q: Can you provide durable hydrophilic properties for adult incontinence products?
A: Yes. We offer a specialized durable hydrophilic option that can withstand multiple liquid insults (up to 3–5 cycles) without losing its hydrophilic capability, which is ideal for the heavy-duty specifications of adult diapers and medical underpads.
Q: What is your Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) and sample policy?
A: Our standard MOQ is 2.0 metric tons per specification or color. However, we can accommodate smaller trial volumes for initial production line testing. We provide Free A4 or Roll Samples for quality verification; the customer only covers the initial courier/freight charges, which are fully refundable upon your first commercial order.
Q: How do you guarantee the consistency of the hydrophilic coating?
A: We use advanced in-line liquid dosing monitors integrated into our automated calender systems. This ensures the hydrophilic surfactant is distributed with perfect uniformity across the web, maintaining a Coefficient of Variation (CV value) of under 4% across the entire width of the roll.
Q: What information do you need to provide an accurate quotation?
A: To give you the most accurate price, please share your required basis weight (gsm), roll width, target roll diameter/length, hydrophilic requirement (single or durable), and your estimated monthly or annual volume.
