Kitchen ruling

Can tea leaves go down the drain?

NO

Organic does not automatically mean drain-friendly.

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Sink or drainNo
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Garbage disposalNo
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ToiletNo
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Septic systemNo

01

Why the pipe objects

Loose leaves can settle, collect in bends and bind with grease much like coffee grounds.

02

Do this instead

Use a tea strainer and compost or trash the spent leaves.

03

Already did it?

Do not send more solids after it. If the fixture slows, rises or gurgles, stop using it and contact a plumber.