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Just because it can be flushed, doesn’t mean it should be flushed.

Mission

Our mission is to empower you to protect your home plumbing, community health, and wastewater infrastructure by promoting responsible flushing habits.

We provide research-backed information, work with industry experts, and support clear wipes labeling policies to help reduce damage to our nation’s wastewater systems. Together, we can keep our environment healthy and our pipes flowing.

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The Challenge

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of raw sewage is dumped into waterways across America every year. 

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of sewer pipes are cleaned each year. 

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flushed down toilets are not meant for flushing. 

Get the Facts

What is Flushable?

  • Toilet paper
  • Only wipes that are clearly labeled as flushable, as these are made of short, plant-based fibers that break down easily in water.

What is Non-Flushable?

  • Anything else – including non-flushable wipes labeled with the Do Not Flush symbol, as they are made of long, durable fibers that are not engineered to disperse in water (think baby wipes, makeup wipes, cleaning wipes, etc.)
  • Paper towels, feminine hygiene products, fats/oils/grease, and trash are other common items that should never go in the toilet or down the drain.
  • Plastic-free does not automatically mean it is flushable. Read the packaging carefully and trust the label.
How You Can #FlushSmart
  • Look for the Do Not Flush symbol and adhere to disposal instructions on the wipes packaging.
  • Keep a trash can with a lid by the toilet for easy disposal of Do Not Flush-wipes and other items that should not be flushed (like paper towels, period products, cotton swabs and more).
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