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Kotex has to be boycotted

Kotex is a brand of KIMBERLY CLARK

In 1998, Kimberly-Clark received the Jubilee Award by the Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. This is the highest tribute ever awarded by the 'State of Israel' in recognition of those individuals and organizations, that through their investments and trade relationships, have done the most to strengthen the Israeli economy. Kimberly Clark Corp owns 49.9% interest in Israeli company Hogla (6/96) through America-Israel PaperMills $49.9m.

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Some other brands to boycott

Unilever

Unilever supports Israeli illegal settlements in occupied Palestine. When Ben & Jerry's, their sub-brand, decided to stop selling its products in Israel, Unilever sold off the Israeli distribution rights to Avi Zinger to circumvent their decision and to force Ben & Jerry's brand name to continue selling in Israel.

Carrefour Mart

Carrefour made huge investments into Israel last year, opening 50 stores and is planning to open a further 100 by 2024.

Osem

Osem is Israels 4th largest food & beverages company (by turnover) after Tnuva, Strauss and Coca-Cola. It has a turnover of $712 million and nearly 5000 employees with 14 factories in Israel.

The Home Depot

Its founder and co-chairman of the Board is an active Zionist. He created the board of directors of Emet, the Pro-Israel Media ‘War Room’ whose function is to ensure that all media in the US stays biased in favor of Israel

Curver

The parent company of Curver operated facilities in the Occupied West Bank's Barkan Industrial Estate. After boycott pressure it seems to have closed the facility, however its history of complicity in the occupation means it should still be boycotted.

Keter

Keter operated facilities in the Occupied West Bank's Barkan Industrial Estate. After boycott pressure it seems to have closed the facility, however its history of complicity in the occupation means it should still be boycotted.

SharkNinja

Founder Mark Rosenzweig has been organizing and contributing to pro Israeli causes, attending IDF events, and also found to be raising funds for an assortment of pro Israeli causes with Sharon Mishkin.

Johnson & Johnson

Invests in Israel and has a long relationship with Isreal

Booking.com

Booking.com allows listings in occupied Palestinian territory, and after announcing it will remove 200 of such listings, it reversed its decision, showing it is knowingly complicit in Israels occupation.

History of Kotex

Kotex, a prominent brand in feminine hygiene, has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. In 1919, Kotex was introduced by Kimberly-Clark, initially as a bandage for soldiers during World War I. However, recognizing the potential market for feminine hygiene products, Kimberly-Clark repurposed the material into the first disposable menstrual pad for women. This innovation marked a significant departure from traditional methods of managing menstruation, which often involved reusable cloth pads or homemade alternatives.

The introduction of Kotex revolutionized the menstrual hygiene industry, offering women a more convenient and discreet solution. Over the years, Kotex continued to evolve its product line, introducing innovations such as adhesive strips for secure attachment to undergarments, thinner and more absorbent materials for increased comfort, and a variety of sizes and shapes to accommodate different preferences and flow levels. Kotex also played a role in breaking taboos surrounding menstruation, participating in advertising campaigns that aimed to normalize discussions around women's health and hygiene. Today, Kotex remains a leading brand in the feminine hygiene market, providing women worldwide with trusted products for their menstrual needs.