Despite the existing reusable alternatives, single-use nappies continue to be the mostly used option and their consumption is closely related to birth rates.
Although singe-use nappies have a very low durability and cause a great environmental impact (multi-material products, use of plastics, high recycling complexity), these are products that are not currently adhered to any extended producer responsibility system (EPR) that guarantees that manufacturers assume the costs of the waste they generate.