Quality Control And Testing In Sanitary Napkin Production

Quality Control And Testing In Sanitary Napkin Production

Quality Control and Testing in Sanitary Napkin Production Quality standards for sanitary napkins (ISO, BIS, FSSAI) Quality control and testing in sanitary napkin production are critical to ensure safety, hygiene, comfort, and effectiveness. Sanitary napkins are classified as hygiene or medical products depending on the jurisdiction, and they must comply with stringent standards set by national and international organizations. Here's an overview of the major quality standards relevant to sanitary napkin production: 1. ISO Standards (International Organization for Standardization) While there is no single ISO standard specifically for sanitary napkins, related standards apply to absorbent hygiene products. Relevant ones include: ISO 10993 : Biological evaluation of medical devices – crucial if sanitary napkins are classified as medical devices in a country. Part 5 : Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity. Part 10 : Tests for irritation and skin sensitization. ISO 11948-1 : Absorbent incontinence aids — test methods for absorbency (used as a benchmark by some napkin manufacturers). ISO 13485 : Quality management systems for medical devices — can apply if sanitary napkins are regulated as such. Note: ISO provides general frameworks, but product-specific adaptations are made regionally or nationally. 2. BIS Standards (Bureau of Indian Standards – India) BIS has

Updated July 6, 2026