| abstract |
The present invention relates to absorbent articles, such as diapers and sanitary napkins, and acquisition members useful for such articles. More specifically, the invention relates to an acquisition member comprising a multitude of fibers and a latex binder, the liquid acquisition member having a void volume of at least 7 cubic centimeter per gram in the temperature range from 20 °C to 40 °C, the binder comprising a dispersion of a polymer substance in an essentially aqueous medium, the polymer substance being capable of forming a film, said film having a tan δ value, as defined herein, at 20 °C and at 40 °C, wherein the tan δ value at 40 °C is not greater than said tan δ value at 20 °C. |