this invention relates to a nonwoven web comprising a water soluble polyamide and articles constructed therefrom . the water soluble polyamide may be used alone or in combination with conventional thermoplastic web forming materials such as water insoluble polyethylene , polypropylene , polyester and polyamide . the water soluble polyamide may also be combined with biodegradable or selectively dispersible material to form nonwoven webs having various combinations of properties . such water soluble webs have utility in the manufacture of disposable absorbent articles such as disposable diapers , feminine napkins , incontinent products and cellulosic articles such as tissues and towels , as well as for water soluble heat fusible webs for the textile industry .