How long does it take for disposable wipes to dissolve

Most disposable wipes do not really dissolve in water like toilet paper does. They are made to be strong!

Why?

Many wipes contain plastic fibers.
Plastic does not break down easily.

So, how long do they last?

It can take 100 years or even longer for a single wipe to fully break down!
They just slowly break into smaller and smaller plastic bits over this long time.

Toilet paper breaks apart in just a few minutes when flushed. Wipes stick around and can cause clogs in pipes. Always put used wipes in the trash.

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