Tampax (a portmanteau of tampon and packs) is a brand of tampons currently owned by Procter & Gamble. It was based in White Plains, New York, United States, until its sale to Procter & Gamble in 1997.[2] It is a subsidiary of P&G's Always brand and is sold in over 100 countries.
The product was designed by Earle Haas, who filed a patent in the 1930s.[3][4] The original product was designed from the start as flushable and biodegradable.
History
In 1937, Tampax worked with McCann Erickson for its marketing campaigns. In 1949, the brand appeared in more than 50 stores. From 1930s to 1940s Tampax chose sportswomen as their brand ambassadors.[5]