What Is Spandex in Diaper？

Spandex, also known as elastane, plays a crucial role in the construction of modern diapers, enhancing their overall functionality and comfort. Here’s an overview of its significance:

Properties of Spandex in Diapers

• Elasticity: Spandex is renowned for its exceptional elasticity, capable of stretching up to 500% of its original length. In diapers, it is typically utilized to stretch around 300%, allowing for a snug fit without compromising comfort.

• Comfort and Fit: The inclusion of spandex in diapers contributes to a better fit around the thighs and hips, reducing the likelihood of leaks. This is particularly important for ensuring that the diaper remains securely in place during movement.

• Skin-Friendly: Spandex is non-irritating to the skin, making it suitable for sensitive skin types, which is especially important for infants and young children.

• Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to other elastic materials, spandex is often more affordable while still providing high efficiency and durability, making it a preferred choice in diaper manufacturing.

Applications in Diaper Design

1. Side Panels and Fastening: Spandex elastics are commonly used in the side panels and fastening tapes of diapers. This application ensures that the diapers can be adjusted easily while maintaining their shape and effectiveness over time.

2. Leak Guards: The material is also utilized in leg cuffs and leak guards, further enhancing the diaper's ability to prevent leaks and maintain dryness.

Well-known Spandex Yarn Manufacturer For diapers

Hyosung Group

• Company Profile: Founded in 1957, Hyosung Group is one of the top ten Korean business groups, along with Hyundai and Samsung. Its elastic spandex fiber technology ranks first in the world. It can not only produce conventional 20d-70d spandex yarns, but also mass-produce various 450d-2000d spandex yarns.

• Product Advantages: The spandex yarn manufactured by Hyosung Group does not contain oil, has smooth unwinding, and solves the problem of close fitting between spandex and non-woven fabrics. According to tests, it has higher strength, stress, stretch and rebound than ordinary spandex yarns. With strong high elasticity, low tension and high shrinkage, it makes diapers more fit and more comfortable.

Huafon Group

• Company Profile: Huafon Chemical was established in 1999 and is a subsidiary of Huafon Group. It is a leading enterprise in the global polyurethane product material industry and was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 2006. Its subsidiary Qianxi is a well-known spandex brand, focusing on the research, development, production and sales of spandex fibers, polyurethane concentrates and purified adipic acid.

• Product advantages: Qianxi spandex is widely used in various fields including diapers. It has good elasticity and durability and can meet the performance requirements of diapers for elastic waist and other parts.

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