Production of Cost Effective, Biodegradable, Disposable Feminine Sanitary Napkins using Banana Fibres

Abstract

Women all around the world use sanitary napkins for menstrual protection. In India, only small percentage of women uses sanitary napkins. The main reason for such a low number relates to the affordability of the people. Sanitary napkins that are available now are non-biodegradable and also cause severe infections there by affecting women’s health. To overcome this challenge, sanitary bio napkins are made from natural materials. In the present study, naturally available cheap materials like banana fiber and cotton which are easily available, biodegradable and cost effective were used. Another advantage of using the natural materials was their characteristics like porosity and retention of fluid for a longer time. The results indicated that the napkins are ecofriendly and it shows no negative effects to women around the village.