Tissues are generally not recommended to be flushed down the toilet as they can cause blockages in pipes and pumps. However, some tissue papers made from original bamboo and wood pulp have long fibers, high tensile strength, good toughness, and are less likely to tear, making them more flushable. It is important to note that wet tissue paper should be flushable without causing blockages, but some tissue papers made from recycled waste paper pulp may have excessive wet strength agents, which can lead to toilet blockages.
In terms of ingredients, flushable wipes typically contain a cleansing solution that includes moisturizers such as aloe and vitamin E, sodium benzoate, polysorbate 20, disodium phosphate, and citric acid. However, it is important to note that not all flushable wipes are biodegradable, and even biodegradable wipes can cause problems in pipes and pumps.
Overall, while tissues can be flushed down the toilet, it is generally not recommended due to the risk of blockages. It is important to read the packaging of tissue products and flushable wipes to understand their ingredients and flushability.
