Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP)
for Agriculture, Hygiene & Industry
SAPCEL SAP and SUJALAM Bio-SAP from Maple Biotech — absorbing up to 400× their own weight. Trusted by farmers, diaper manufacturers, and industrial buyers across 50+ countries.
What is Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP)?
Super Absorbent Polymers (SAPs) are crosslinked hydrophilic polymer networks capable of absorbing and retaining enormous quantities of water relative to their own mass — without dissolving. The most common SAP chemistry is crosslinked polyacrylate (sodium polyacrylate), which works through osmotic pressure and hydrogen bonding to draw water molecules into the polymer network and hold them as a gel even under pressure.
SAPCEL, manufactured by Maple Biotech Pvt. Ltd., is a high-performance polyacrylate SAP produced in India and exported globally. SUJALAM Bio-SAP is Maple Biotech's biodegradable alternative — derived from natural cellulose and starch polymers — for applications where environmental degradation is important.
SAPCEL SAP Standard
Crosslinked sodium polyacrylate — the world's most widely used SAP chemistry.
- Water absorption: up to 400g/g (pure water)
- Agriculture, hygiene, cable, construction
- Long field life (3–5 years)
- Available as powder and granules
- Custom CRC/AUP grades for hygiene manufacturers
- Particle sizes: 150–850 µm (hygiene); 1–4 mm (agri)
SUJALAM Bio-SAP Eco
Plant-based biodegradable SAP — cellulose and starch derived.
- Water absorption: up to 200–250g/g
- Biodegradable in soil (<12 months)
- Organic agriculture compatible
- Eco-hygiene (sustainable diaper lines)
- Available as granules and powder
- Non-toxic, safe for soil microbiome
SAPCEL in Agriculture — Water Conservation for Arid & Semi-Arid Farming
Water scarcity is one of the defining challenges of 21st-century agriculture. SAPCEL SAP provides a proven, field-validated solution: placed in the root zone of crops, SAPCEL captures rainfall and irrigation water during wet periods and releases it slowly to plant roots during dry periods — dramatically reducing water requirements while protecting crops from drought stress.
Drip Irrigation Zones
SAPCEL in the root zone below drip emitters acts as a sub-soil reservoir, reducing irrigation frequency by 40–60% and preventing water loss to deep percolation.
Transplanting & Seedling Establishment
Root-dip application of SAPCEL slurry before transplanting dramatically improves survival rates — especially in hot, water-stressed transplanting conditions.
Dry-land & Rainfed Farming
SAPCEL placed in seed furrows captures monsoon/rainfall and extends soil moisture availability through dry spells — enabling reliable dry-land crop production.
Reforestation & Afforestation
SAPCEL in tree planting pits improves seedling survival in arid reforestation — proven in desert greening projects across the Middle East and Africa.
Greenhouse & Protected Horticulture
SAPCEL mixed into growing substrates (coco peat, perlite) in greenhouse crop production — reduces irrigation frequency and energy costs for heating.
Golf Courses & Landscaping
SAPCEL in turf soil improves drought tolerance of golf course greens, sports fields, and ornamental landscaping in water-restricted municipalities.
Agriculture Markets — SAPCEL Global Presence
Maple Biotech exports SAPCEL agricultural SAP to water-stressed farming regions worldwide:
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
Date palm cultivation, desert vegetable farming, greenhouse horticulture. Vision 2030 food security projects.
🇦🇪 UAE
Protected horticulture, vertical farming, arid landscape restoration. UAE food self-sufficiency initiatives.
🇮🇱 Israel
High-value drip-irrigated crops, agri-tech integration. SAP for precision agriculture in water-scarce Negev region.
🇦🇺 Australia
Dryland wheat and canola farming, wine grape vineyards, horticulture in arid Western Australia and Queensland.
🇿🇦 South Africa
Citrus and subtropical fruit export production in KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo. SAP for drought-resilient farming.
🇪🇬 Egypt
Desert reclamation agriculture along Nile delta fringe. SAP for olive, fruit, and vegetable production in arid zones.
🇲🇦 Morocco
Drip-irrigated citrus, tomato, and berry export production. SAP for water-efficient farming under EU export standards.
🇰🇪 Kenya
Smallholder farmer programmes, reforestation, and commercial horticulture. SAP distribution through NGO and agri input channels.
🇮🇳 India
Dryland farming in Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat. Government NABARD-backed watershed development projects.
SAPCEL Agricultural Application Rates
5–10 kg/acre — mix into root zone 15–20 cm depth before planting
20–50 g per planting hole — mix with backfill soil around root ball
0.1–0.3% by weight of growing medium — pre-mix before filling pots
5–20 g/kg seed — apply SUJALAM Powder as seed coat with adhesive
SAPCEL in Hygiene Products — Diapers, Incontinence & Feminine Care
SAP is the core functional material in all modern disposable hygiene products. The absorbent core of a baby diaper contains 5–10 g of SAP that absorbs urine and locks it away — keeping skin dry, preventing leakage, and enabling thin, comfortable product designs. Maple Biotech's SAPCEL SAP is manufactured to hygiene industry specifications and exported to leading diaper and hygiene product manufacturers globally.
Baby Diapers & Nappies
SAPCEL as the absorbent core material in newborn to junior-size disposable diapers. High CRC and AUP for maximum absorption under baby sitting pressure.
Adult Incontinence
High-capacity SAPCEL for adult briefs, pants, and incontinence pads. Growing demand driven by ageing populations in Japan, Europe, and North America.
Feminine Hygiene
Ultra-thin SAPCEL for high-absorbency sanitary pads and pantyliners — providing superior protection with minimal product thickness.
Wound Care Dressings
Medical-grade SAP in advanced wound dressings for chronic wound management — absorbing exudate and maintaining the moist wound environment for healing.
Eco / Biodegradable Diapers
SUJALAM Bio-SAP for manufacturers developing sustainable, biodegradable diaper lines — meeting growing consumer demand for environmentally responsible hygiene products.
Pet Care Products
SAPCEL in pet training pads, puppy pads, and pet diapers — the growing pet care market segment for companion animal hygiene.
Hygiene SAP Export Markets
🇺🇸 United States
Largest diaper and adult incontinence market. FDA DUNS-registered supplier. Supply to private-label and branded hygiene manufacturers.
🇨🇳 China
World's largest diaper production hub. Export of SAPCEL to Chinese hygiene product manufacturers for domestic and export product lines.
🇯🇵 Japan
Premium hygiene products market. Stringent quality requirements — CRC, AUP, gel strength, odour, and colour specifications met.
🇩🇪 Germany
European hub for hygiene product manufacturing. REACH compliance, SDS per GHS, and European regulatory documentation provided.
🇰🇷 South Korea
Innovation-driven hygiene market. Supply to Korean OEM diaper manufacturers and domestic branded product companies.
🇧🇷 Brazil
Largest Latin American hygiene market. SAPCEL to Brazilian diaper and feminine hygiene manufacturers. ANVISA-ready documentation.
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Fastest-growing SE Asian hygiene market driven by expanding middle class and rising diaper penetration rates.
🇻🇳 Vietnam
Growing manufacturing hub for hygiene products exported to ASEAN and global markets. Supply to Vietnamese hygiene OEMs.
SAPCEL in Industrial & Technical Applications
Cable Manufacturing
SAPCEL SAP as water-blocking material in fiber optic and power cable cores — swells instantly on water contact to prevent moisture propagation along cable length.
Construction
SAP in concrete for internal curing — provides water reservoir for cement hydration, reducing shrinkage cracking in high-performance concrete structures.
Environmental Remediation
SAP for spill control, industrial wastewater solidification, and hazardous liquid immobilisation before transport and disposal.
Cold Chain & Transport
SAP ice packs and cooling gel elements for cold chain logistics — pharmaceutical, food, and biological sample transport applications.
SAPCEL SAP — Key Specifications
| Parameter | SAPCEL (Agriculture) | SAPCEL (Hygiene) | SUJALAM Bio-SAP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base polymer | Sodium polyacrylate | Sodium polyacrylate (surface crosslinked) | Cellulose / starch graft copolymer |
| Form | Granules (1–4 mm) or Powder | Powder (150–850 µm) | Granules or Powder |
| Free Swell Capacity (FSC) | 350–400 g/g (distilled water) | 40–60 g/g | 200–250 g/g |
| CRC (saline 0.9%) | N/A (agri grade) | 28–35 g/g | 15–25 g/g |
| AUP @ 0.3 psi (saline) | N/A | 22–28 g/g | 10–18 g/g |
| Moisture content (NMT%) | 10 | 8 | 12 |
| pH (10% slurry) | 5.5–7.5 | 5.5–7.5 | 5.0–7.5 |
| Whiteness | White to off-white | White | Cream to light brown |
| Residual monomer (NMT ppm) | 500 | 500 | N/A |
| Biodegradability | Slow (3–5 yr in soil) | Non-biodegradable | Yes (<12 months) |
Packaging
- 25 kg multi-wall paper bags
- 500 kg / 1000 kg jumbo bags
- Sample: 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg
- FCL: 20 MT (20-foot) / 22 MT (40-foot)
Documents
- Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
- Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS)
- Certificate of Origin (CoO)
- Residual monomer test report
Storage
- Shelf life: 2 years from manufacture
- Store in cool, dry place (<30°C)
- Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight
- Once opened, reseal immediately
SAPCEL SAP — Technical FAQ
Request SAPCEL SAP Samples & Quotation
Available in Agricultural SAP, Hygiene SAP, and SUJALAM Bio-SAP (granules and powder). Custom grades for specific CRC/AUP targets. Export to 50+ countries with full documentation.
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