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Gopad™ and Global Standards — Meeting BSI PAS 9017 for Sustainability

Every year, billions of disposable pads are used across the world — most made with plastic components that take centuries to break down. As conversations about sustainability grow louder, so does the need for proof, not promises. That’s where Gopad™ stands apart: it doesn’t just claim to be eco-friendly — it’s tested, verified, and aligned with BSI PAS 9017, one of the world’s most credible standards for plastic sustainability.

🌿 What is BSI PAS 9017?

BSI PAS 9017 is a Standard developed in the UK by the British Standards Institution (BSI). It provides clear, measurable criteria for determining when and how a plastic material can safely biodegrade without leaving any microplastics or toxins behind. In other words, it separates genuine innovation from greenwashing.

A product that meets BSI PAS 9017 must demonstrate:

1) No formation of microplastics.

2) No toxic residues.

3) Full biodegradation in the open terrestrial environment.

Learn more about the BSI PAS 9017 framework here (https://lnkd.in/dmr9jrU6)

How Gopad™ meets the standard

Gopad™ is the world’s first biotransformative menstrual pad, developed by Real Relief in cooperation with partners to ensure both human and environmental safety. The materials used in Gopad™ — from the top sheet to the backside film — contain a special technology that triggers biotransformation when the pad is exposed to the natural environment after use.

By meeting the BSI PAS 9017 principles, Gopad™ ensures:

1) Complete transformation into a non-harmful wax-like substance.

2) Zero creation of microplastics.

3) Safe return to nature.

♻️ Why standards matter in sustainability

In today’s marketplace, many products are labelled as biodegradable or eco-friendly without consistent criteria to back them up. This creates confusion for consumers and hinders real progress.

By aligning with BSI PAS 9017, Gopad™ gives partners verifiable confidence that the product truly minimizes environmental harm. As more governments and industries adopt policies against microplastic pollution, standards like BSI PAS 9017 provide a science-based roadmap for responsible innovation.

Beyond compliance — towards transformation

For Real Relief, meeting the BSI PAS 9017 standard isn’t the finish line — it’s part of a larger commitment to design products that protect people and the planet equally.

From Supertowel™ to Safepad™ and now Gopad™, each innovation reflects a core principle: dignity through design. The goal is not only to manage hygiene challenges but to do so without leaving a harmful legacy for future generations.