Eco Score 2.4/10
Some eco benefits
Kitchen
Scotch-Brite
Scotch-Brite Sponge
★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5
Standard polyurethane foam kitchen sponge. Effective scrubbing surface, but made from petroleum-based foam that sheds microplastic fibers and takes centuries to break down in landfill.
$5.99 9 pack
Pros
- ✓Effective scrubber
- ✓Cheap, widely available
- ✓Familiar texture
Cons
- ✗Petroleum-based foam
- ✗Sheds microplastics when worn
- ✗Replaced every 2-4 weeks, all landfilled
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