{"id":1433,"date":"2025-06-03T18:06:07","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T12:36:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\/?p=1433"},"modified":"2026-03-11T11:02:41","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T05:32:41","slug":"sanitary-napkin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Launch Profitable &amp; Purpose-Driven Sanitary Napkin Manufacturing Unit"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There has been a shift in the perception of woman\u2019s health in developing countries like India in the recent past. Unfortunately, there continues to be a huge gap with accessing affordable and quality sanitary napkin in rural and semi-urban regions. Subsequently, there is an unmet demand for the establishment of sanitary napkin manufacturing plants that would not only be profitable but also aid in bridging the socio-economic divide.From NGO\u2019s, woman entrepreneurs, investors and even startup founders, this guide serves as a go-to for all stakeholders by explaining every aspect of setting up a sanitary napkin manufacturing plant from market research to securing finances as well as securing raw materials, machinery, and even getting legal clearances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sanitary napkins are one of the most heavily relied upon menstrual hygiene products and hence, NPCS (NIIR Project Consultancy Services) has dedicated profiles to aid individuals in meeting their goals through guiding them towards informed, feasible, and purpose driven decisions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#1_Market_Research_and_Feasibility_Study\" >1. Market Research and Feasibility Study<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Research_from_the_Indian_and_Global_Markets\" >Research from the Indian and Global Markets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Key_Advantages_of_the_Growth_Opportunity\" >Key Advantages of the Growth Opportunity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Target_Market_Segment\" >Target Market Segment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#2_Types_of_Sanitary_Napkins\" >2. Types of Sanitary Napkins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#3_Step-by-Step_Guide_to_Setting_Up_a_Sanitary_Napkin_Manufacturing_Unit\" >3. Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up a Sanitary Napkin Manufacturing Unit<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Step_1_Market_Research_and_Feasibility_Study\" >Step 1: Market Research and Feasibility Study<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Step_2_Selecting_an_Appropriate_Business_Model\" >Step 2: Selecting an Appropriate Business Model<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Step_3_Required_Legal_Registrations_and_Licenses\" >Step 3: Required Legal Registrations and Licenses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Related_Investment_Opportunities_in_India_Sanitary_Napkin_Project\" >Related: Investment Opportunities in India: Sanitary Napkin Project<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Step_4_Infrastructure_and_Land_Requirements\" >Step 4: Infrastructure and Land Requirements<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Basic_Manufacturing_Setup\" >Basic Manufacturing Setup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Utilities_Required\" >Utilities Required<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Step_5_Raw_Material_Procurement\" >Step 5: Raw Material Procurement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Step_6_Machinery_and_Equipment\" >Step 6: Machinery and Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Step_7_Manufacturing_Process_Flow\" >Step 7: Manufacturing Process Flow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Related_Biodegradable_Personal_Care_Products_Diapers_and_Sanitary_Napkins\" >Related: Biodegradable Personal Care Products: Diapers and Sanitary Napkins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#8_Pad_Production_Workforce_Requirement\" >8. Pad Production Workforce Requirement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#9_Strategic_Marketing_and_Distribution\" >9. Strategic Marketing and Distribution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Offline\" >Offline:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Online\" >Online:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#GovernmentNGO_Tenders\" >Government\/NGO Tenders:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#10_Project_Investment_Financial_Estimates\" >10. Project Investment &amp; Financial Estimates<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Estimated_Total_Investments\" >Estimated Total Investments:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Projected_Revenue_for_Producing_10000_PadsDay\" >Projected Revenue for Producing 10,000 Pads\/Day:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#11_Government_Aids_Grants\" >11. Government Aids &amp; Grants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#12_NPCS_Services_for_You\" >12. NPCS Services for You<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/sanitary-napkin\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Market_Research_and_Feasibility_Study\"><\/span><strong>1. Market Research and Feasibility Study<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Research_from_the_Indian_and_Global_Markets\"><\/span><strong>Research from the Indian and Global Markets<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Estimates show that the global sanitary napkin market value was estimated at $23.2 billion in 2022 with an expectation of reaching $33.5 billion by 2030, which is a steady growth of 5.2% annually.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In India, there is a surge in the use of modern menstrual pads but only 42% of menstruating women use sanitary pads. Thus, there is a lot of potential in the rural areas of the country.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Advantages_of_the_Growth_Opportunity\"><\/span><strong>Key Advantages of the Growth Opportunity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Programs such as MHS and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Campaigns run in schools and colleges<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Urbanization and the rise in female literacy<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Development of retail and e-commerce<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Target_Market_Segment\"><\/span><strong>Target Market Segment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Women in rural areas through government\/NGO distribution<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Consumers living in urban and semi-urban areas<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Hospitals and maternity clinics<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>School and college sanitary programs<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Modern retail stores<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Types_of_Sanitary_Napkins\"><\/span><strong>2. Types of Sanitary Napkins<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Type<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Template<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Regular Pads<\/td>\r\n<td>Moderate to Light flow basic pads<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Ultra-thin Pads<\/td>\r\n<td>Women&#8217;s slimmer and discreet protection pads with gel-based absorbency core<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Overnight Pads<\/td>\r\n<td>Pads designed for overnight use which are larger<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Panty Liners<\/td>\r\n<td>Light pads which are used for the purpose of freshness and daily use<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Biodegradable Pads<\/td>\r\n<td>Sanitary Pads made from eco-friendly materials such as bamboo, banana fiber, cotton pulp<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Customizable Pads<\/td>\r\n<td>Pads designed for teenage, post-natal, or incontinence use<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Step-by-Step_Guide_to_Setting_Up_a_Sanitary_Napkin_Manufacturing_Unit\"><\/span><strong>3. Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up a Sanitary Napkin Manufacturing Unit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Market_Research_and_Feasibility_Study\"><\/span><strong>Step 1: Market Research and Feasibility Study<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NPCS provides a comprehensive study under their Detailed Techno-Economic Feasibility Report which includes:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Demand and supply assessment<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>SWOT and profitability evaluation<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Investment assessment<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Projected break-even analysis<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Competitive analysis<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Selecting_an_Appropriate_Business_Model\"><\/span><strong>Step 2: Selecting an Appropriate Business Model<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Scale<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Daily Output Capacity<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Best Suited For<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Cottage\/Manual<\/td>\r\n<td>1,000\u20132,000 pads<\/td>\r\n<td>Self-help groups, NGOs, etc.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Semi-Automatic<\/td>\r\n<td>5,000\u201315,000 pads<\/td>\r\n<td>Small enterprises and rural self-employed<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Fully Automatic<\/td>\r\n<td>50,000+ pads<\/td>\r\n<td>Industrial production, exporters of goods<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Required_Legal_Registrations_and_Licenses\"><\/span><strong>Step 3: Required Legal Registrations and Licenses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Company Registration, MSME\/Startup India<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>GST Registration<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>BIS Certification: IS5405:1980 (sanitary pads)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Factory License<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Pollution Control Certificate<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Trade mark\/ brand registration<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NIIR Consultancy also helps clients with government subsidy registration, PMEGP loan aid, and ECLGS scheme assistance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Investment_Opportunities_in_India_Sanitary_Napkin_Project\"><\/span>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/MarketResearchReport\/36\">Investment Opportunities in India: Sanitary Napkin Project<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Infrastructure_and_Land_Requirements\"><\/span><strong>Step 4: Infrastructure and Land Requirements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_Manufacturing_Setup\"><\/span><strong>Basic Manufacturing Setup<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Production area (~1000\u20131500 sq. ft.)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Raw material storage<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Packaging section<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Office and administrative area<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Waste disposal and water treatment facilities<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Utilities_Required\"><\/span><strong>Utilities Required<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Electricity (10\u201330 kW depending on machinery)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Water (basic for cleaning and washrooms)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Compressor air (if automatic machines are used)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Raw_Material_Procurement\"><\/span><strong>Step 5: Raw Material Procurement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Material<\/td>\r\n<td>Function<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Non-woven fabric<\/td>\r\n<td>Top sheet (soft surface)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Pulp paper (fluff)<\/td>\r\n<td>Core absorbent material<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>SAP (Super Absorbent Polymer)<\/td>\r\n<td>Enhances absorption and gel formation<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Polyethylene film<\/td>\r\n<td>Back sheet to prevent leakage<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Release paper<\/td>\r\n<td>Protects adhesive during packaging<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Glue &amp; Hot Melt Adhesive<\/td>\r\n<td>For fixing pad layers<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Packaging material<\/td>\r\n<td>Individual wrappers, box packaging<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Raw materials are available with suppliers in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Delhi NCR.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Machinery_and_Equipment\"><\/span><strong>Step 6: Machinery and Equipment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Machine Name<\/td>\r\n<td>Function<\/td>\r\n<td>Cost (INR)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Sanitary Napkin Making Machine<\/td>\r\n<td>Core forming and sealing<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b910\u201350 Lakhs+<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Sterilizer (UV\/Heat)<\/td>\r\n<td>Sterilizes and ensures hygiene<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b91\u20132 Lakhs<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Sealing &amp; Packing Machine<\/td>\r\n<td>Pads sealing and wrapping<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b92\u20135 Lakhs<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Compressor<\/td>\r\n<td>For automatic units air-based systems<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b91 Lakh+<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Misc. Tools<\/td>\r\n<td>Weighing, cutters, etc.<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b91\u20132 Lakhs<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NPCS project reports have current updated machinery expenses, suppliers, and plant layout designs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_7_Manufacturing_Process_Flow\"><\/span><strong>Step 7: Manufacturing Process Flow<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Raw Material Preparation: Pulps rolls along with the fabrics are unrolled semicircularly, and the strips of required dimensions are sliced.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Forming Core: SAP is added to fluff pulp.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Layering And Bonding: A top sheet, core and back sheet are aligned and bonded together.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Edge Cutting and Shaping: Pads are ergonomically shaped and trimmed.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Adhesive Application: Glue is applied for the backing and stick-on wings.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Sterilization: UV or heat is used for Pads sterilization.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Packing: Pads are packaged into pouches or boxes.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Quality Testing: Pads are tested for size, softness, absorbency and other criteria.<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Biodegradable_Personal_Care_Products_Diapers_and_Sanitary_Napkins\"><\/span>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/biodegradable-personal-care-products-diapers-and-sanitary-napkins\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Biodegradable Personal Care Products: Diapers and Sanitary Napkins<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Pad_Production_Workforce_Requirement\"><\/span><strong>8. Pad Production Workforce Requirement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Job Description<\/td>\r\n<td>Head Count (for 10,000 Pads\/Day)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Production Operators<\/td>\r\n<td>4\u20135<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Quality Supervisor<\/td>\r\n<td>1<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Machinery Technicians<\/td>\r\n<td>2<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Admin and Sales Executive<\/td>\r\n<td>2<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Packers<\/td>\r\n<td>3\u20134<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conduct ongoing training sessions on:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Hygiene and cleanliness<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Safety of machinery<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Quality assurance procedures<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Strategic_Marketing_and_Distribution\"><\/span><strong>9. Strategic Marketing and Distribution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Offline\"><\/span><strong>Offline:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Cottage republic distribution via ASHA and NGOs<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Agreements with higher education institutions<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Direct campaigns from sales to clients<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Online\"><\/span><strong>Online:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Establish your own D2C e-commerce storefront<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Develop listings on Amazon, Flipkart, and Meesho<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Engage in social media advertisements via YouTube, Instagram, and Google<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GovernmentNGO_Tenders\"><\/span><strong>Government\/NGO Tenders:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Partake in the tender for supply of sanitary napkins from:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Ministry of Health and Family Welfare<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Women and Child Development Departments<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Corporation House CSR projects<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Project_Investment_Financial_Estimates\"><\/span><strong>10. Project Investment &amp; Financial Estimates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Costs<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Investment Amounted (INR)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Machinery and other tools<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b925 \u2013 50 Lakhs<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Land and Building (Lease)<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b95\u201310 Lakhs Annually<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Raw Materials (quarterly)<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b910\u201315 Lakhs<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Packaging Campaigns<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b92\u20135 Lakhs<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Utilities and other expenses<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b93\u20135 Lakhs<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Working Capital<\/td>\r\n<td>\u20b915\u201320 Lakhs<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Estimated_Total_Investments\"><\/span><strong>Estimated Total Investments:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contingent Estimate Towards Investment: \u20b960 Lakhs \u2013 \u20b91 Crore<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Projected_Revenue_for_Producing_10000_PadsDay\"><\/span>Projected Revenue for Producing 10,000 Pads\/Day:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Sale Price per Pad (Bulk): \u20b92\u2013\u20b93<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Monthly Earnings: \u20b96\u2013\u20b99 Lakhs<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Expenses: \u20b91.5\u2013\u20b92.5 Lakhs<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Returns on Investments: 28\u201335%<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Time to amortize initial investment: 18\u201324 months<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Government_Aids_Grants\"><\/span><strong>11. Government Aids &amp; Grants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Prime Minister\u2019s Employment Generation Programme (\u20b925 Lakhs loan with 15\u201335% subsidy)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>MSME Linked Subsidy of Capital<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Recognition under \u2018Startup India\u2019 scheme<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Women Empowerment Programs through NABARD and SIDBI<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Funding for NGO-led sanitary pad aid through CSR<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_NPCS_Services_for_You\"><\/span><strong>12. NPCS Services for You<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NIIR Project Consultancy Services provides complete guidance by offering:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Customized Detailed Project Reports (DPRs)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Leading and forecasting for the market along with demand<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Strategic financial planning alongside break-even analysis<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Designing plant layout and infrastructure<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Compiling suppliers list for machineries and raw materials<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Assisting with application for loans and subsidized aid<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Strategizing on project implementation<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To view pre-existing reports or to order a bespoke feasibility report for your business on sanitary napkin manufacturing, visit:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf10<a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\"> entrepreneurindia.co<br \/><\/a> \ud83d\udce7 npcs.ei@gmail.com | \ud83d\udcde +91 9097075054<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sanitary napkin manufacturing sector stands at the crossroads of exceptional profitability woven with meaningful social impact. A shift in focus toward the hygienic menstrual needs, particularly in rural India, calls for attention to mark entry into this domain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the recommendations laid out in this comprehensive guide, in combination with the seasoned guidance from NIIR Project Consultancy Services, prospective business owners are poised for success as they set out to establish and expand their sanitary pad manufacturing business, simultaneously enhancing women\u2019s health dignity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Invest today to create change and empower women while ensuring optimum profits.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There has been a shift in the perception of woman\u2019s health in developing countries like India in the recent past. Unfortunately, there continues to be a huge gap with accessing affordable and quality sanitary napkin in rural and semi-urban regions. 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