Personal Care

Bamboo Toothbrush

Biodegradable toothbrush with bamboo handle and charcoal-infused bristles

Expected Lifetime: 3 months

Lifetime Value Analysis

Purchase Price

$5.00

Lifetime Uses

183

730 uses/year × 3 months

Cost Per Use

2.7¢

$5.00 ÷ 183 uses

Cost Per Year

$20.00

$5.00 ÷ 0.25 years

Cost Breakdown Estimate

Estimated distribution of the $5.00 purchase price across different cost factors:

Raw Materials

25% · $1.25

Manufacturing

15% · $0.75

Labor

20% · $1.00

Transportation

10% · $0.50

Marketing

10% · $0.50

Retail

12% · $0.60

Profit

8% · $0.40

Note: These are estimated percentages based on industry averages and product-specific research. Actual breakdowns may vary by manufacturer and region.

Lifecycle Negatives

Carbon Footprint 0.8 kg CO₂e

Total greenhouse gas emissions from production to disposal

Water Usage 12 liters

Total water consumed throughout product lifecycle

Waste Generated 0.015 kg

Total waste produced during manufacturing and disposal

Land Use 0.02 m²

Land area required for raw materials and production

Pollution Score

Lower is better (inverted) 8/10

Lifecycle Positives

Living Wages Paid Yes

Environmental Improvements

Biodegradable handle
Sustainable bamboo sourcing
Plastic-free packaging

Recyclability natural

Nominal Recyclability 85%

Effective Recyclability 85%

Handle is compostable bamboo. Bristles may be nylon (check brand). Natural materials maintain value through composting.

Repairability

Ease of repair 1/10

Health Impacts

Overall Health Safety Score

10 = Safest 9/10

Health Benefits

BPA-free
Natural antimicrobial properties

Use & Quality

Durability 7/10

Functionality 8/10

User Satisfaction 8/10