Absorbent products incorporating individualized intrafiber crosslinked cellulosic fibers with improved brightness and color

摘要

An absorbent product is described in which cellulosic fibers are reacted with an effective amount of a crosslinking agent in the presence of an effective amount of a C₄-C₁₂ polyol. The individualized intrafiber crosslinked cellulosic fibers are characterized by a Whiteness Index, (WI_CDM-L) greater than about 69. The crosslinked fibers can be incorporated into infant diapers, adult incontinent products, feminine hygiene products and paperboard products.