HygieSoft™ Underpad Laminates – Breathable Waterproof Protection for Patient Care

Kae Hwa’s HygieSoft™ Underpad Laminates provide exceptional waterproof protection and breathable comfort, ideal for disposable nursing pads, medical bed pads, and patient care mats. Offering superior liquid resistance, durability, and a soft textile feel, it is designed to ensure hygiene and dignity in high-demand medical and home care environments.

Lightweight
Breathable
Waterproof

HygieSoft™ Underpad Backsheet

Waterproof Breathable Film & Laminate for Medical & Long-Term Care

HygieSoft™ Underpad Backsheet for Medical and Long-Term Care

HygieSoft™ Underpad Backsheet materials are available as microporous breathable PE film or as a soft nonwoven laminate, providing flexible material options for disposable underpads, nursing care pads, and bedding protection products.

The engineered microporous structure helps resist liquid penetration while allowing moisture vapor to pass outward, supporting a more comfortable and less humid contact environment during extended use.

From lightweight 1-layer breathable film to soft 2-layer film-and-nonwoven constructions, HygieSoft™ is designed for manufacturers developing medical, eldercare, and long-term care hygiene products.

Core Advantages

Reliable Leak Protection The microporous PE film provides a stable liquid-resistant backsheet that helps reduce the risk of fluid penetration to bed sheets or mattresses.
Breathable Microclimate Management Engineered micropores allow accumulated moisture vapor to transfer outward while maintaining a protective liquid barrier.
Flexible Structure Options Available in 1-layer breathable film and 2-layer film-to-nonwoven constructions to support different product designs, handling requirements, and converting processes.
Soft Cloth-Like Comfort The 2-layer option combines breathable PE film with soft nonwoven to provide a more textile-like surface for hygiene applications.
Quiet Material Response Flexible film and soft laminate options help reduce the noticeable plastic-like rustling associated with conventional rigid backing materials.

HygieSoft™ Underpad Backsheet Material Structure

HygieSoft™ Underpad Backsheet materials are built around microporous breathable PE film technology. Depending on the finished-product requirement, the breathable film can be supplied as a 1-layer backsheet or laminated with soft nonwoven to create a 2-layer structure. Film basis weight, nonwoven substrate, surface feel, texture, and roll specifications can be customized for different hygiene applications.

1-Layer Microporous Breathable PE Film A lightweight breathable film structure that blocks liquid water while allowing moisture vapor to pass through engineered micropores.
2-Layer Soft Nonwoven + Microporous Breathable PE Film Combines the breathable liquid-barrier performance of microporous PE film with a soft nonwoven surface for improved tactile comfort, handling, and converting stability.
Material Concept

1-Layer Microporous PE Film or 2-Layer Nonwoven + Microporous PE Film — engineered to balance liquid protection, breathability, softness, and processing requirements.

Application Fit

Disposable Underpads / Bed Pads Breathable waterproof backsheet material for hospital beds, examination surfaces, and general patient-care environments.
Nursing Care Pads Flexible breathable backsheet solutions for long-term care facilities, nursing environments, and bedridden care applications.
Adult Incontinence Care Breathable backsheet materials designed to combine moisture management with reliable leak protection.
Disposable Bedding Protection Suitable for disposable protective bedding products requiring a liquid-resistant and breathable backing layer.
Typical Product Categories
Disposable underpads Medical bed pads Nursing care pads Incontinence care pads Disposable bedding protection Long-term care hygiene products

Construction Options

1-Layer Breathable Film

Microporous Breathable PE Film

A lightweight single-film backsheet that provides liquid resistance and controlled moisture-vapor transmission with minimal material weight.
2-Layer Laminate

Soft Nonwoven + Microporous Breathable PE Film

Adds a soft nonwoven surface to the breathable PE film, providing a more cloth-like hand feel together with improved handling and converting stability.
Customizable Parameters
  • Film basis weight
  • Nonwoven substrate for 2-layer construction
  • Overall laminate weight
  • Surface hand feel
  • Embossing and texture
  • Width and roll configuration
Backsheet Structure Comparison – Non-Breathable Film vs. 1-Layer Microporous PE Film vs. 2-Layer HygieSoft™ Laminate

Why HygieSoft™ for Underpad Backsheets?

Film Manufacturing Expertise Precision cast-film production supports consistent microporous breathable membrane quality.
Film & Lamination Flexibility Choose between lightweight 1-layer breathable film and soft 2-layer film-to-nonwoven constructions according to product requirements.
B2B Customization Film weight, nonwoven selection, surface feel, texture, width, and roll specifications can be developed for different hygiene-product requirements.

Specification

Brand HygieSoft™
Product Form Roll
Material Breathable PE Film + Soft Nonwoven
Structure 1-Layer Microporous Film or 2-Layer Composite
Breathability Mechanism Medium to High Vapor Permeability
Barrier Properties High Hydrostatic Pressure Resistance, Hypoallergenic, Low-noise
Surface Treatment Deep Matte / Micro-Embossed / Custom 4-Color Printing
Weight 12 - 45 gsm
Overall Width 80 - 2000 mm (Customizable)
Length 800 - 1500 m
Application Disposable underpads, medical bed pads, nursing care pads, incontinence care pads
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Redefining the Boundaries of Breathable Technology

Understanding Micro-Climate Control — The Benchmark for Patient Comfort

For bedridden patients and long-term care residents, an underpad stays in contact with the skin for hours at a time, so managing the micro-climate between the body and the bed is just as important as stopping leaks. A non-breathable backing traps heat and humidity, creating a damp environment that accelerates bacterial growth and odor. HygieSoft™ Underpad materials use an engineered microporous PE film that lets water vapor escape while resisting liquid penetration to bed sheets and mattresses, supporting a drier, more comfortable contact surface during extended use.

Why Kae Hwa Is Trusted in Underpad & Patient Care Materials

With over 60 years of polymer innovation, Kae Hwa is a proven specialist in breathable films for the global hygiene industry. Our materials are manufactured under strict ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified systems, ensuring reliable, safe, and consistent quality for medical and long-term care products. We develop underpad backsheet films and laminates using proprietary microporous technology and eco-friendly processes, enabling global healthcare and eldercare brands to deliver products that protect both patient dignity and the environment.
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FAQ

The pores in our HygieSoft™ membrane are engineered to be significantly smaller than a liquid droplet, yet larger than a water vapor molecule. This physical structure guarantees that urine and other body fluids are completely locked in, while humid air is allowed to vent out continuously.

Yes. Odor in hygiene products is often exacerbated by trapped heat and bacterial growth in damp environments. By allowing the pad to "breathe," our film keeps the internal micro-climate dry and cool, which naturally suppresses bacterial proliferation and associated odors.

Absolutely. We strictly utilize an advanced solvent-free lamination process. This means there are no harsh chemical adhesives or volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that could cause allergic reactions or skin sensitization in delicate areas.