Why does absorbent cotton need to be degreased?

Why does absorbent cotton need to be degreased?

Degreasing treatment significantly improves the water absorption and hygiene properties of cotton, making it an important material in the medical and health fields.

• Improved absorbency: Absorbent cotton undergoes a chemical treatment to remove its fatty components, making it more absorbent of liquids than regular cotton. After removing the fat, the cotton fibers no longer have an oily barrier, allowing for faster and more thorough absorption of moisture and bodily fluids.

• Reduced risk of infection: In medical applications, absorbent cotton effectively absorbs fat and moisture around wounds, thus reducing the risk of infection. This property is particularly important for cleaning wounds and absorbing blood.

• Enhanced softness and comfort: The degreasing process not only improves the absorbency of the cotton but also enhances its softness, making it more suitable for medical care and hygiene products.

• Meets medical standards: Absorbent cotton undergoes rigorous processing and sterilization to ensure it is odorless, tasteless, and free of discoloration, as well as harmful impurities such as acids and alkalis, meeting the technical standards set by the Ministry of Health.