Bathroom wipes, notorious for clogging sewer systems, can no longer be labeled as "flushable" in Michigan unless they meet specific requirements under a new state law. Public Act 43 of 2024 mandates that most wipe packaging must now include "Do Not Flush" labels and symbols to prevent consumers from disposing of them in toilets.
The law targets premoistened, nonwoven disposable wipes containing petrochemical-derived fibers that are commonly used in bathrooms and pose a significant risk of being flushed. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the bill into law in May aiming to protect wastewater systems across the state.SF Bay Water Board Unveils Major Nutrient Reduction Initiative
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