Petition · Department of Health and Social Care

Ban hormone and endocrine disruptors from all menstrual products

Open for signatures 65 signatures

What the petition asks

Introduce a law making it illegal for any period products—including pads, tampons, and reusable wear—to contain hormone disruptors. The government must mandate independent safety testing and set legal toxic limits to protect highly absorbent vaginal tissue from exposure.
Everyday period products—like pads, tampons, and reusable underwear—often contain hidden chemicals and plastics that can disrupt our hormones. The skin in our most intimate areas is incredibly thin and sensitive. Unlike food, chemicals absorbed here go straight into the bloodstream without being filtered by the body first. We are concerned that hormonal issues and fertility struggles are rising rapidly. Yet, it remains legal for brands to use these materials. The Government must act to ban these substances outright.

Timeline

15 Jun 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 65
Status Open for signatures
Department Department of Health and Social Care
Opened 15 Jun 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.