Don't Flush That! Why Brazilians Use Trash Cans for Toilet Paper

Why You Shouldn't Flush Toilet Paper in Brazil: A Cultural and Infrastructural Issue Brazil, unlike many Western nations, advises against flushing toilet paper. This practice, common in the US, Canada, and Europe, is discouraged due to two main factors: the quality of toilet paper and the country's sewage infrastructure. Brazilian toilet paper, designed for durability and comfort, doesn't disintegrate easily, leading to blockages. Further compounding the issue is the aged and limited capacity of Brazil's sewage system, often comprised of narrow and winding pipes. This can cause costly and inconvenient blockages, not only in individual toilets but also in larger sewage lines. "The limited capacity of our sewage system is a significant problem," explains an expert interviewed by g1. The video highlights the need for improved infrastructure and possibly a change in toilet paper manufacturing to address this widespread issue. While the ideal is to flush toilet paper for better hygiene, the current reality necessitates using trash cans for disposal.