Everything down to the packaging is safe for the earth! The floss box & wrappers are fully recyclable. These flossers are great for traveling, backpacking, or when you're on-the-go! *Depending on your business's needs, we can offer a 75-qty floss pick box. Please message us to inquire. Disposal & Decomposition Wrapper: Home Compost: Decomposes in 2 to 5 weeks Industrial Composting: Decomposes in 1 to 4 weeks Natural Environment: Kraft paper generally decomposes within 2 to 6 months Floss Pick Handle: Industrial Composting: Decomposes within 3 to 6 months. Landfills: Degradation in a landfill is slow, and it can take several years for the thread to break down significantly. Nylon-4 Thread: Industrial Composting: Nylon-4 can degrade within 6 to 12 months under optimal conditions. Landfills: Degradation in a landfill is slow, and it can take several years for the thread to break down significantly.