
How to discard Used cotton
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Put used cotton, including cotton sticks, cotton pads, and used cotton swabs into the bag.
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Dispose of infectious waste bags in a dedicated infectious waste bin.
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If there is no infectious waste bin, tie the bag tightly and separate it from general waste. Contact the local infectious waste disposal agency.
What is cotton made from?
Cotton is made from cotton fibers, but it takes a long time to decompose.
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