Are Toilet Paper and Paper Towels Sustainable? (afandpa.org)

Toilet paper and paper towels are common staples in the home. Millions of people across the U.S. rely on paper products. Our industry prioritizes sustainable manufacturing and practices.

Below we answer common questions about toilet paper and paper towels. Dive in and explore why they are a responsible choice.

How are Toilet Paper and Paper Towels Made in the U.S.? The U.S. tissue industry uses 2 primary inputs to make toilet paper and paper towels.

Wood:
We take wood sourcing seriously.

Our members use wood that’s not suitable for building materials. This includes:
*Branches
*Tree tops
*Stumps
*Bark
*Wood byproducts from sawmills

These wood materials come from sustainably managed working forests where trees are replanted.

Recycled Paper
Nearly 90% of U.S. tissue manufacturers use recycled paper to make their products.

The recycled paper can go directly into the paper towel or toilet paper. It is also often used in packaging like the paperboard tubes these products are wrapped around.

In 2023, tissue producers used about 3.9 million tons of recycled paper. According to Fisher International, North American tissue manufacturers use more recycled paper in their products than those made in Europe and Asia.
more at: https://www.afandpa.org/news/2024/are-toilet-paper-and-paper-towels-sustainable

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