A lot of recycled paper product contains bpa (ex. toilet paper). i'm wondering how wise it is to put soiled litter in compost. does bpa break down?
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I don't about bpa breakdown, but I do know that newspaper is A-ok to put in your compost. the biggest problem with putting used litter in the compost is the feces. I do know that cat feces is not recommended I don't know about any other animals. Specially considering cow poop is ok to put in. But I use my litter for ferrets. I do not compost it. But I come post everything else. Hope this helps
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I don't about bpa breakdown, but I do know that newspaper is A-ok to put in your compost. the biggest problem with putting used litter in the compost is the feces. I do know that cat feces is not recommended I don't know about any other animals. Specially considering cow poop is ok to put in. But I use my litter for ferrets. I do not compost it. But I come post everything else.Hope this helps
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My husband composts a lot but does not compost the litter. We send it through the trash recycling. Hope this helps. We really like it and the cats do, too.
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I looked on the mat, but did not see anything indicating it is or not. Since BPA is only leached when heated, and this mat should be hand washed, not put in the dishwasher, I personally would not be too concerned, since I would not be using it more than a few times per year. But I agree, products should list whether it does contain BPA or not. You could email the company, since they do put their website on the bottom of the mat; conimar.com
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actually i never checked because my assumption was if it is organic there should not be any chemicals leaching into the product. of course i could be wrong as the product would be organic but if placed in an unlined can it could contain bpa's. good question for libby's.
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I looked at the box and there was nothing on it as to material used. But the filter it self is a very thin paper which tears pretty easily after use and is limp and stained thoroughly after use. I would say they can be composted.
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Corey....That's a very good question. I hadn't thought about BPA content in these disposable ice cube trays. Have been trying to find info on the Net about this particular product. Also, after reading your question, I have examined the "outside" plastic bag in which these disposable bags are folded. There is no information about BPA nor is there a recycle number. What I did find is that this product is made in China.
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Bianca, Is it not better solely in the fact that it is flushable litter? I can't flush any of the clay based litters. Instead, I create another trash bag to throw in a landfill. With this litter, I am able to create far less landfill waste by simply flushing it down the toilet. How is this not better?
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I should know the answer to this question but I don't. I didn't think to look. If you find out let me know. I love this product and will continue to use it regardless but the BPA content will influence how I use it in the future.
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I use mine with paper litter but you could ask them. Here's a linkhttp://www.preciouscat.com/contact-us/
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These bags are NOT compostable or biodegradable! Earth friendly they are not either as they use a chemical to break the plastic down faster...From the company: "Our bags are are neither. We plan to have a 100% compostable line in the next couple of months so check back with us."
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Constructed of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), the Compost Tumbler is durable, UV-protected, and has dark, double-wall panels to absorb and retain heat. I believe that BPA is found in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. I do not believe it has BPA as it is made of polyethylene thermoplastic made from petroleum. I'm no expert, but do not believe it is. Also do not believe it contains PVC.
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The Bread Keeper and the box, does not say anything about BPA. I used to use plastic bags. I like this better. I am happy with the slicer because I can cut thinner slices, fewer calories.
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I am not sure about the product being BPA free. I have had our hamper for a few months now and love it. I never noticed any odors and after leaving damp clothing or blankets in it for a day or two I have not experienced any odors. This also holds up to my 15 month old dragging it around her room and throwing toys in it... all I do is fluff it back up and its as good as new!
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These liners aren't compostable (have not found any that are) but the diapers we use are so we leave the bag untied when we throw it away so that the diapers will compost in the landfill. if you tie up both ends then they won't compost in the bag the same with O2 and be a time capsule of stank for generations to come
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To use this container, you also need to use compostable bags. These compostable bags can only be composted using industrial methods. I live in San Francisco where compost is picked up with trash and recycling. Put the compost bag into the compost bin. If you have a back yard composting system, you won't be able to break down the bags. In that case, you should not get this container but instead get a container that does not need a bag.
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I use an empty plastic cat litter container with a flip lid. They seal well and there is little odor. When finished, I put the container with the used litter into the garbage can for trash collection.
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Yes! We have put all of the bags into the big compost bin and they have all dissolved with the product in it.
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From the instruction insert:These disposable Table Topper placemats, and the zip-close bag containing them, are made with a revolutionary new additive that enables them to fully bio-degrade in as little as 9 months to 5 years!" and that "the plastic simply degrades into an inert "humus" that is actually beneficial to the environment and conductive to plant growthSo I would take that as a yes :)