nampakToilet paper comes in smaller rolls

Consumers may buy smaller toilet rolls at a cheaper price with the introduction of rolls with lower sheet counts. New industry regulations state that two options should be available in both one-ply and two-ply paper. According to Nampak Tissue, one-ply paper will be available in 300- and 500-sheet rolls and two-ply in 200- and 350-sheet rolls. One-ply paper could until now only be sold in a 500-sheet roll and two-ply in a 350-sheet roll. Once the new regulations are implemented on shelf, consumers will have more options. The new regulations will affect all toilet tissue manufacturers. Nampak Tissue marketing manager Hugh Wilson said it was critical that consumers were informed and aware of what they were buying and the value they would be getting for their money. “The customer should be aware that manufacturers need to clearly display all sheet count information on pack so that consumers are able to make an informed decision when standing in front of the shelves.” Nampak shares fell 0.4 percent to R22.68 yesterday. – Ayanda Mdluli