Are TENA products safe to use?
Are all materials used declared on the pack?
What is in a TENA product?
Part of product | Material | Function |
Surface material | Fiber material made of polypropene/polyethylene polyester/viscose. | The product keeps you dry and comfortable by absorbing the liquid. |
Acqusition layer | Porous material consisting of wood fiber or polyester fiber | Transports liquid from the surface to the center of the product, where the liquid is stored. |
Absorbent core | Paper pulp, a combination of paper pulp and superabsorbents for pads and panty liners. A porous paper-based material is used in some products. | Absorbs and stores the liquids. |
Adhesive | The adhesive consists of various polymers and synthetic resins. | The adhesive has two functions:
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Backsheet material | Polyethylene film. A fiber material is used in some panty liners. | Prevents leakage. |
Fastening material | Polymere materials | Keeps the product in place. |
Elastic material | Polymere materials | Gives the product a good fit. |
Fragrance (only certain products) | Perfume | Gives the product a fresh smell. |
Ink | Emphasises the product's shape and function. | |
Release paper | Silicone coated paper. | A paper that protects the adhesive on the back of the product. |
Single pack (regards certain products) | Polyethylene film, which is silicone coated in some products. | Protects the product so that you can carry a single product around without it getting dirty |
External product packaging | Polyethylene bags or box. | Protects the product. This is the package you see on the shelf in stores. |
Glossary
Renewable paper pulp: Pulp made of wood fiber from responsibly managed forests. The pulp is used in our pads and panty liners.
Fiber material (non-woven): A thin, textile-like material. The term is used in the textile industry for materials that are neither woven nor knitted, such as felt.
Polymers Large-chain molecules that can be either natural or synthetic. For instance, plastic as well as your DNA consist of polymers.
Polypropene/polyethylene/polyester: Some of the world's most common plastic types. Used in a wide range of everyday products, from underwear to blankets.
Superabsorbent polymer (SAP): Used for its moisture-retaining ability. Commonly used in pads, diapers and compresses.
Synthetic resin: Viscous liquids that harden quickly, making them ideal for binding together materials.
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