Where does the bamboo toothbrush come from?

To be more and more respectful of the planet, many people have opted for the biodegradable toothbrush made of bamboo, wood or corn starch. Moreover, we find these more ecological models almost everywhere in order to promote the concept of zero waste. But do these plastic alternatives really respect their ecological promises, especially the bamboo brush ?

Before going any further and if you have not read our complete file on the bamboo toothbrush, I invite you to read it here: complete file bamboo toothbrush

Ditch the plastic for bamboo

The bamboo toothbrush is very popular because of its natural raw material which is bamboo, and this is what gives it its ecological side. But you should know that it is only the handle that is made of bamboo, the head of the toothbrush is made of non-ecological materials, including nylon bristles and metal rings, and the latter are not at all eco-responsible. Indeed, the bristles are made of nylon, a material that is not compostable, which leads to say that the bamboo brush is not 100% compostable. Thus, it does not fully meet the principle of zero waste. It should also be noted that for a product to be truly labeled ecological, the origin of the raw materials must be considered. Be aware that French companies do not produce bamboo toothbrushes, all bamboo toothbrushes are produced in Asian countries. In general, it is only the last stage of production that is done in France, in particular the affixing of the brand, and this is not enough to say that bamboo toothbrushes are made in France.

The origin of the bamboo toothbrush

Of course, bamboo is found in France, but its production is not sufficient enough for there to be an industry manufacturing bamboo products. Indeed, even if bamboo grows at a high speed, the bamboo forest resources in France do not allow for large-scale production. So, there is no chance that a bamboo toothbrush could one day be made in France. Bamboo is a tree that is mainly found in Asia, it is mainly cultivated in China. However, bringing bamboo toothbrushes that are disposable brushes to Europe from India, China, Latin America or Vietnam has a significant impact on the environment because of the carbon footprint. In addition, the way this plant is cultivated does not always follow ecological standards. This is not a sustainable solution. So, to limit the impact of our daily lives on the environment, we must ensure that the bamboo used in the manufacture of the toothbrush comes from fair trade and a sustainable approach and this is never the case.

If for an alternative and environmentally friendly consumption, you are really looking for a toothbrush that reduces your impact on the planet, opt for toothbrushes with rechargeable heads from the Caliquo brand . Their handle is designed with bioplastic, and the most important thing is that they are entirely made in France.

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