Technical specifications for tampons
Tampons are made of absorbent materials that are inserted into the vagina to absorb menstrual fluid.
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UNICEF, UNFPA and UNHCR developed quality specifications for menstrual hygiene products on behalf of the Menstrual Hygiene Management in Emergencies (MHMiE) working group. These specifications detail technical requirements for quality-assured tampons.
Learn about the menstrual hygiene products that UNICEF procures and supplies to help women and girls manage their menstruation, even in emergencies.