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Ingredients TENA

For years, millions of people around the world have been using our TENA products safely every day. We understand that it is important for you to feel comfortable and secure with the products you use. All TENA products are made from approved materials and we have far-reaching procedures and the highest safety standards in place to secure that only safe materials and ingredients are used and that all products comply with all relevant legislation.
To help you understand what is included in our products we have created this overview containing the different materials and their constituents. Further down the page is a also a glossary.

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Are all materials used declared on the pack?

The table below shows the main raw materials in the products. They are selected because of their superior ability to absorb and retain liquids.

What is in a TENA product?

Part of product Material Function
Surface material  Fiber material made of polypropene/polyethylene polyester/viscose.  The product keeps you dry and comfortable by absorbing the liquid. 
Acqusition layer  Porous material consisting of wood fiber or polyester fiber Transports liquid from the surface to the center of the product, where the liquid is stored.
Absorbent core Paper pulp, a combination of paper pulp and superabsorbents for pads and panty liners. A porous paper-based material is used in some products. Absorbs and stores the liquids.
Adhesive The adhesive consists of various polymers and synthetic resins.

The adhesive has two functions:

  1. Binds together the different layers of the product.
  2. Attaches the product to the panties.
Backsheet material Polyethylene film. A fiber material is used in some panty liners. Prevents leakage.
Fastening material Polymere materials Keeps the product in place. 
Elastic material Polymere materials Gives the product a good fit.
Fragrance (only certain products) Perfume  Gives the product a fresh smell.
Print Ink Emphasises the product's shape and function. 
Release paper Silicone coated paper. A paper that protects the adhesive on the back of the product.
Single pack (regards certain products)  Polyethylene film, which is silicone coated in some products.   Protects the product so that you can carry a single product around without it getting dirty
External product packaging Polyethylene bags or box.

Protects the product. This is the package you see on the shelf in stores.








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