Nonwoven fabrics are utilized in a wide range of end use applications: disposable, durable, and industrial. While the use of non-chemical bonding has grown in recent years, the application of a latex binder remains a popular bonding method for imparting integrity, strength, and durability to nonwoven fabrics. There are many types of emulsion polymers used in the nonwoven industry due to their diverse nature. In this paper, we will attempt to introduce the various types and offer reasons for their use in this industry.