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Hydrophilic Non Woven Fabric

Hydrophilic nonwoven fabric Absorbent PP spunbond Medical nonwoven rolls Hygiene topsheet material

We manufacture hydrophilic non woven fabric for hygiene and medical converters. Standard polypropylene is naturally water-repellent; we add non-toxic surfactants during extrusion, which lowers the fiber surface tension so the fabric absorbs and passes liquid instantly while keeping its strength when saturated. Weights run from 10 gsm diaper topsheets to 100+ gsm industrial wipe substrates.

• Surfactant added in-melt, so absorption does not wash or wear off

• 10–100+ gsm range across topsheet to industrial grades

• Retains MD/CD tensile strength when fully saturated

• Non-toxic, odorless, safe for direct skin contact

• Slit rolls from 10 cm up to 2.4 m width

• Tested strike-through and rewet values per batch

Service & Delivery

OEM & ODM accepted
Test reports (strike-through, rewet, tensile) on request
Sample rolls available before bulk order

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Hydrophilic Fabric Specifications at a Glance

Parameter	Details
Material	100% virgin polypropylene (PP)
Process	Spunbond extrusion with surfactant added in-melt
Absorption	Rapid liquid strike-through with low rewet
Fabric Weight	10–100+ gsm, matched to absorption target
Strength	High MD/CD tensile strength, retained when saturated
Width	Precision slit rolls, 0.1 m up to 2.4 m
Skin Safety	Non-toxic, odorless, non-irritating; safe for direct skin contact
Color	Medical white, soft blue, or custom masterbatch colors
MOQ	1–2 tons per specification (roll format)
Lead Time	Samples: 3–5 days; Bulk: 20–30 days after sample approval and deposit

Hydrophilic Fabric Types We Make

How the Fabric Is Made Absorbent

The absorbent property is built in during extrusion, not applied afterward. Surfactants are injected into the molten polypropylene before the filaments are laid into a web, so the treatment runs through the entire fabric cross-section. Because it is part of the fiber rather than a surface coating, absorption stays stable through transport, storage, and repeated use — it does not wash off or fade over time.

Skin Safety for Medical and Hygiene Use

For hygiene and medical products, the fabric sits directly against skin, so safety is a specification in its own right. The base polypropylene and the surfactant additives are non-toxic, odorless, and non-irritating. The resulting fabric passes cytotoxicity and skin irritation testing, which is why it is used as the topsheet in infant diapers and as the lining in surgical apparel.

Customization Options for Bulk Orders

Roll orders are custom projects. The following options can be combined freely — tell us which matter most to your application, and we will build around them.

Option	Available Choices
Absorption Rate	Surfactant level set to your target strike-through time
Fabric Weight	10 / 25 / 40 / 60 / 100+ gsm
Width	Precision slit rolls, 10 cm up to 2.4 m
Color	Medical white, soft blue, or custom masterbatch colors
Packaging	PE film-wrapped rolls for moisture protection in transit

Custom Hydrophilic Fabric Projects

About Changyuan Nonwoven

We are a nonwoven fabric and bag manufacturer based in Changzhou, China, running a full production line from raw material to finished goods since 2012. Our factory handles fabric extrusion, 7-color gravure printing, lamination, and bag making in-house, serving clients in 20+ countries with a daily output of 200,000 pieces.

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FAQs

What is the difference between hydrophilic and standard nonwoven fabric?

Standard PP spunbond repels water and works as a barrier. Hydrophilic fabric goes through the same extrusion line but with surfactants added to the melt, which changes the fiber surface so liquid passes through and is absorbed immediately.

How is the absorption rate controlled?

The absorption rate — measured as liquid strike-through time — is set by adjusting the surfactant concentration in the polymer melt. This lets converters specify the exact absorption speed their product needs, from instant-transfer topsheets to slower-absorbing wipes.

Is the surfactant safe for skin contact?

Yes. The surfactants are non-toxic, odorless, and non-irritating. The fabric passes cytotoxicity and skin irritation testing and is used in products with direct, prolonged skin contact such as infant diapers and surgical gowns.

Does the fabric weaken when wet?

No. The fabric is thermally bonded, not held together with water-soluble binders, so it retains its MD/CD tensile strength under full saturation. This is what prevents web breaks on wet wipe and diaper assembly lines.

What roll widths are available for diaper and wipe lines?

Master rolls go up to 2.4 m wide, and we slit them to your exact width down to 10 cm. Slit rolls are supplied to the dimensional tolerances of your framing and cutting equipment, so no modification is needed on your line.

Why choose spunbond PP over cotton for absorbent wipes?

Cotton absorbs well but is expensive, sheds lint, and loses strength when wet. Hydrophilic spunbond PP manages fluid quickly, stays lint-free, and keeps its structure under heavy saturation — at a significantly lower unit cost for industrial use.

How to Specify Hydrophilic Fabric for Hygiene and Medical Converting

Buying absorbent nonwoven cloth in bulk comes down to two numbers and one test: strike-through time (how fast liquid passes through), rewet value (how dry the surface stays), and proof that the fabric holds strength when saturated. Width, gsm, and color all follow from the end product.

How the Absorption Is Controlled

Polypropylene repels water by default. During the melt-spinning of the polypropylene filaments, a precise concentration of hydrophilic surfactant is metered into the melt. The additive changes the fiber surface so water adheres and passes through the web instead of pooling on top. Surfactant concentration sets the strike-through time; web structure sets how much liquid the fabric holds before rewet becomes a problem. Both are specified per order, not per stock line.

Matching Fabric Weight to the End Product

Hydrophilic orders are typically quoted across these gsm bands:

Fabric Weight	Characteristics	Recommended Use
10–25 gsm	Very soft, rapid fluid transmission	Diaper topsheets, sanitary pad acquisition layers
30–60 gsm	Balanced absorption and strength	Pre-moistened wipes, surgical drapes, light pads
60–100+ gsm	High capacity, holds shape when wet	Industrial absorbents, heavy-duty cleaning cloths

What to Verify Before Ordering

The main failure risk on hygiene lines is a fabric that weakens when wet. Thermally bonded spunbond keeps its MD/CD tensile strength under full saturation — but ask for the test data, not the claim. We supply strike-through, rewet, and tensile values per batch, and slit precision rolls down to 10 cm widths so the material runs on your framing and cutting equipment without modification.