The startup manufactures biodegradable and flushable pads that utilize plant-based materials, eliminating microplastics and reducing environmental impact. These pads provide a hygienic and discreet alternative for women seeking sustainable menstrual products.
Funding
$11.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional menstrual pads contribute significantly to landfill waste and often contain microplastics that can harm the environment. Disposal methods like incineration release harmful pollutants, and even biodegradable options may not break down effectively in landfill conditions. Many women are also seeking period products that are gentle on the skin and free of harsh chemicals.
Solution
Fluus offers a range of fully flushable and biodegradable period pads and liners made from plant-based materials, providing a sustainable alternative to conventional pads. Utilizing their patented Flushtec® technology, these pads are designed to break down safely and quickly in water, preventing microplastic pollution and reducing landfill waste. The pads are certified flushable by an internationally recognized protocol, ensuring they disintegrate properly in toilet, drainline, sewage network, and wastewater treatment systems. Fluus pads are also designed to be gentle on the skin, made without fragrances, chemicals, or cotton.
Target Audience
Fluus targets women seeking sustainable and environmentally friendly period products that are gentle on the skin and easy to dispose of, as well as environmentally conscious consumers looking to reduce their contribution to landfill waste and microplastic pollution.
Features
- Patented Flushtec® technology ensures pads are fully flushable and biodegradable
- Made from plant-based materials, free from microplastics, fragrances, chemicals, and cotton
- Certified flushable by the Water Research Centre (WIS 4-02-06)
- Pads break down into clean water, renewable energy, and fertilizer at wastewater treatment plants
- Soft and breathable topsheet made of cellulose plant fibers
- Absorbent core and barrier made from biodegradable polymers and plant fibers
- Undergone rigorous testing to ensure safe and effective disintegration in plumbing systems, including toilet bowl clearance, drainline disintegration, and settling tests
- Packaging and peel papers are also flushable