SGS | Absorbent Hygiene Products Testing

Menstrual products – pads

Relevant tests • POA/DF1 – Adhesivity of pads and wings • POA/DF4 – Feminine hygiene / multiple acquisition time without pressure • POA/DF6 – Feminine hygiene / total retentionof pads after centrifuge • POA/DF7-DF8 – Feminine hygiene / simulation test on mannequins (standing, sitting) • POA/DF9 – Feminine hygiene / run-off efficiency • Walking test

Measure the performance of feminine hygiene products, focusing on product attributes, such as: • Fast absorption of menstrual fluid without leakage (run-off, acquisition time, simulation tests on mannequins) • Comfort, fitness and integrity (moisture measurement, adhesivity, core integrity) Application range Tests can be conducted on fluff pads (including maternity pads), ultra thin products, as well as panty liners.

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