IFUD – Instructions for Use & Disposal – Schoolbags / Backpacks

IFUD – Instructions for Use & Disposal – Schoolbags / Backpacks

Product: [Schoolbags / Backpackses]
Contains / Material notice: Product is made of synthetic polymers and textiles, which may release microplastic particles (SPMs) during use and cleaning.

 **Use instructions:**
- Use the product only as intended. Avoid abrasion or wear that generates dust or small plastic particles.
- After use, clean the product gently with a damp cloth instead of brushing, sanding, or using harsh mechanical methods.
- Avoid washing the product in ways that release particles into wastewater; if washable, do so with the minimum water necessary.

**Disposal instructions:**
- Dispose of the product or its parts responsibly, according to local waste collection rules for plastics or mixed materials.
- Do not burn the product; burning may release microplastics and other harmful pollutants.
- If the product is recyclable, separate plastic parts from other materials and deposit them in the correct recycling bins.
- If the product is no longer usable, take it to an authorised waste collection or recycling center.

**Environmental warning:**
- Synthetic polymer microparticles can persist in the environment and may cause harm to aquatic ecosystems.
- By following the above instructions, you help reduce microplastic emissions.

Complies with Entry 78, Annex XVII of REACH Regulation (EU) 2023/2055.