Provides improved fluid control, increased tensile strength and up to 40% softness.
NatureWorks, headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota, is introducing a new biopolymer, Ingeo, to enhance the softness and strength of bio-based nonwovens for hygiene applications.
Ingeo 6500D is combined with optimized hydrophilic surface treatment technology for increased softness and durability, as well as improved fluid management. As a certified renewable, low-carbon and bio-based material, Ingeo 6500D also meets growing demand from brands and consumers for products made from more environmentally friendly materials.
“Based on our experience in bio-based nonwovens, we have developed a product that, according to our rigorous testing, combines the softness of spunbond nonwovens compared to nonwovens made from conventional PLA. Performance is 40% higher.” said Robert Greene, vice president. productive polymers. Natural works. “The strength of the new Ingeo solution provides converters with improved processing to efficiently produce lightweight fabrics on the latest generation of spunbond equipment. We look forward to collaborating with the supply chain to continue to expand our capabilities in nonwovens, including diapers and washes) to develop the new Ingeo solution” .
Combined with a special topical product developed in collaboration with fiber lubricant manufacturer Goulston Technologies, the result is a lighter, thinner, absorbent hygiene product that improves fluid management and breathability for improved skin health. Ingeo’s inherent hydrophilic nature also allows the nonwoven to require less surface treatment and have greater durability compared to polypropylene. Immersion surface tension measurement results and multiple impact performance have also been significantly improved.
During the manufacturing process alone, Ingeo biopolymers produce a 62% lower carbon footprint than polypropylene, providing a low-carbon alternative to petrochemical materials. Ingeo production begins with plants capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide, converting it into long chains of sugar molecules. NatureWorks then ferments the sugar to produce lactic acid, which becomes the base material for various high-performance materials under the Ingeo brand.
NatureWorks will be exhibiting samples of Ingeo 6500D spunbond nonwoven fabric at upcoming shows including INDEX (Booth 1510, April 18-21) and Chinaplas (Booth 20A01, April 17-20).
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Post time: Nov-14-2023