Development and Characterization of Pineapple Fiber-Based Absorbent Cores for Eco-friendly Sanitary Pads 


Vol. 26,  No. 7, pp. 3227-3241, Jul.  2025
10.1007/s12221-025-01015-x


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Menstrual hygiene is a critical aspect of women’s health, with sanitary pads being the most commonly used products for managing menstrual flow. However, conventional sanitary pads are often made from non-biodegradable materials, posing significant environmental and health challenges. This study explores the potential of using fibers extracted from pineapple crown leaflets as an eco-friendly and sustainable alternative for the absorbent cores of sanitary pads. We subjected the fibers to an alkali treatment process using sodium hydroxide, and their performance was evaluated through a series of tests, including absorbency, retention, and strike-through time. The treated fibers demonstrated enhanced absorbency, with percentages ranging from 652.74% to 706.34%, and retention capacities between 644.35% and 683.48%. These values surpass those of both untreated fibers and commercial absorbent cores. Additionally, the treated fibers had a faster strike-through time, averaging 1.86 s, compared to 2.04 s for the commercial product. The yield of pineapple crown fibers was calculated to range from 4.075% to 5.365%, highlighting the efficiency of the extraction process. The findings of this study suggest that treated pineapple crown fibers offer superior performance and environmental benefits over conventional materials, positioning them as a promising alternative for sustainable menstrual hygiene products.

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[IEEE Style]

J. O. Acquah, E. E. Nettey-Oppong, E. E. Mensah, A. M. Kayaba, E. Asare, "Development and Characterization of Pineapple Fiber-Based Absorbent Cores for Eco-friendly Sanitary Pads," Fibers and Polymers, vol. 26, no. 7, pp. 3227-3241, 2025. DOI: 10.1007/s12221-025-01015-x.

[ACM Style]

Jephtah Ogyefo Acquah, Ezekiel Edward Nettey-Oppong, Emmanuel Essel Mensah, Abdul Manan Kayaba, and Eric Asare. 2025. Development and Characterization of Pineapple Fiber-Based Absorbent Cores for Eco-friendly Sanitary Pads. Fibers and Polymers, 26, 7, (2025), 3227-3241. DOI: 10.1007/s12221-025-01015-x.

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