Which bin should I throw sanitary napkins in?
Used sanitary napkins cannot be recycled .
They contain organic materials, plastics and sometimes chemicals, which makes them non-recyclable.
👉 You must therefore throw them in the household waste bin (grey bin) .
❌ Why not in the sorting or the toilets?
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Not in sorting : they cannot be recycled with paper or packaging.
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Not in the toilet : they risk blocking the pipes and polluting the water.
💡 Daily hygiene tips
To avoid odors and keep the trash can clean, you can:
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Wrap them in toilet paper or a small plastic bag before throwing them away.
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Opt for a compact, discreet and easy-to-clean bathroom bin .
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Use a bin with a tight-fitting lid to limit odors in the room.
✅ In summary:
🗑️ Sanitary napkins = gray bin (household waste).
💧 Avoid in sorting and in toilets!