Japanese authorities urge people not to stockpile toilet paper
On the 19th, the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry called on the public not to buy toilet paper due to the situation in Iran, and asked them to pay attention to the market circulation of sanitary toilet paper.
During the first oil crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, there were cases of people buying and stockpiling too much, leading to shortages in the market.
Recently, with the sharp rise in oil prices, some people have expressed concerns about a shortage of toilet paper on social media.
On the 18th, the Japanese Paper Products Manufacturers Association issued a statement to consumers, saying "Toilet paper is not affected by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz." According to the association, about 97% of toilet paper is produced domestically, and each company has sufficient capacity to increase production. It cited that the raw materials are recycled waste paper and pulp, which do not depend on the Middle East, and urged consumers to purchase according to their actual needs.
Original text: toutiao.com/article/1860100558705930/
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