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First Quality to Discontinue Tampon Operations

Site in Lock Haven, PA to be affected

First Quality Enterprises, Inc. has announced that  its affiliate, First Quality Hygienic, Inc., will discontinue manufacturing and selling tampons in summer 2021.

The First Quality group of companies remains committed to the feminine care category. The company will continue to provide innovative sanitary pads and liners alongside its adult incontinence products, baby diapers, training and youth pants, and wipes.

First Quality Hygienic employees will be offered alternative employment opportunities to continue their careers at other First Quality Group companies.

“As we close this chapter, we are grateful for the commitment of the First Quality Hygienic team throughout the years,” says Jim Dodge, CFP. “Focusing on our core products will allow us to continue to build a strong innovation pipeline that delivers great everyday value for our customers and consumers.”

According to local news reports, the move will mainly impact employees at the company’s Lock Haven, PA site. Employees will be offered alternative employment opportunities to continue their careers at other First Quality Group companies. 


 
 

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