What are eco friendly nappies ?

Eco friendly nappies are nappies that aim to minimise their impact on the environment through the materials used and/or the production processes applied. This includes reusable (cloth) nappies, but the term generally refers to disposable nappies that are sustainably made. At Kit and Kin, we make our nappies in a carbon neutral factory from sustainable and plant-derived materials. This includes the absorbent core of our nappy, which contains totally chlorine-free, FSC® certified wood pulp from sustainably managed forests and bio based gels. We are also the only nappy brand that buys rainforest to ensure it’s protected. Forever.

Our hypoallergenic nappies are made from majority plant-based and biodegradable materials, so in order for them to break down as quickly as possible we would recommend following these simple steps:

• Ensure the used nappy is placed inside a biodegradable nappy sack which will allow for oxygen to permeate
• When disposing of the sack in the bin, if possible place it outside of the non-biodegradable bin liner (but still within the bin itself) as this will maximise the exposure to oxygen

Do nappies biodegrade ?

The vast majority of our nappy is made from biodegradable materials. A much higher proportion than other eco nappies and of course a complete improvement compared to nappies made from petrochemicals. There is currently no biodegradable alternative for the velcro tabs and the elastics in the leg cuffs, but we are always looking for new materials as they become available. Biodegradability depends very much on landfill conditions and access to oxygen but in the right conditions, our nappies will biodegrade much faster than plastic nappies. We are in conversations with local councils, working towards a recycling option for used nappies.