Wet wipes, also known as wet towels, disinfecting wipes, or moist towelettes, are small, premoistened
pieces of paper or fabric that often come folded and individually wrapped for convenience. They are mainly used for cleaning or disinfecting.
Wipes are subjected to light rubbing or friction, in order to remove dirt or liquid from the surface.
Consumers want wipes to absorb, retain or release dust or liquid on demand. One of the main
benefits that wipes provide is convenience – using a wipe is quicker and easier than the alternative of
dispensing a liquid and using another cloth/paper towel to clean or remove the liquid.
Most wipes are made of non-woven fabric similar to those used in dryer sheets. These are then
saturated with a solution of water and gentle cleansing agents such as isopropyl alcohol. For that added scent, softness or moisturizing capability, the paper or cloth may also be treated with lotion and softeners. The finished product is then folded and placed inside packets, boxes or
handy dispensers.
