Did you know that around 2.5 million tampons and 1.4 million pads are flushed every day in the UK? The impact on our rivers and oceans is huge, harming wildlife and clogging waterways, resulting in blocked pipes, polluted rivers, and microplastics harming marine life. Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene Supplies (BCHS) works closely with FabLittleBag to spread the message on reducing plastic pollution by disposing of period products responsibly.
Do you want to help stop plastic pollution? Here is how you can help!
The Hidden Impact of Period Waste
- Plastic in products – Pads contain around 90% plastic, and tampons often include plastic applicators. Once flushed, these plastics don’t break down.
- Microplastic pollution – Instead of disappearing, they fragment into tiny pieces that spread through rivers and oceans.
- Wildlife at risk – Fish, seabirds, and turtles mistake plastic for food, leading to injury and starvation.
Periods are natural. Plastic pollution doesn’t have to be.
Why People Still Flush
Flushing is often seen as the quick, discreet option. Many people worry about:
- Overflowing, broken or unhygienic bins.
- Smells or embarrassment in shared bathrooms.
- A lack of convenient, hygienic alternatives.
Without a better option, flushing becomes the habit — even though it’s damaging to both plumbing and the planet.
FabLittleBag products are environmentally friendly disposal bags designed specifically for sanitary products. Key features include:
- Easy to use one-handed, even mid-change.
- Seals securely, keeping odour locked away and preventing leaks.
- Opaque and discreet, hiding the contents.
- Made from sustainable materials, including plants and recycled plastic.
By removing the barriers that push people to flush, FabLittleBag and BCHS help transform disposal habits for good.
Are you ready to make a change to the UK’s menstrual products and combat plastic pollution? Together, we can change disposal habits and protect our planet. By implementing FabLittleBag dispensers and bags in your washrooms, users are able to make an informed choice through education and options.
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Bunzl Cleaning and Hygiene supplies are leading the way in sustainable alternatives within the industry, with partnerships like FabLittleBag. For more information on sustainable alternatives and solutions for your business, click here. Sustainability | BCHS
