why are new sponges in the package wet when you buy them?
Answers:
Sponges are packaged wet. Because they are packages wet to keep them from drying they also put in an antibacterial agent to keep the water in them from souring so to say. The antibacterial isn't listed on the package because it isn't considered a "toxic" substance by the FDA and therefore doesn't have to be included on the product label.
Other answers:
did you ever see what a sponge looks like after it dries out - they probably wouldn't sell very well all dried out.
did you ever see what a sponge looks like after it dries out - they probably wouldn't sell very well all dried out.
Probably to prevent dry rot.
so they aren't dry and nasty looking
They are pre-treated with a solution to prevent bacteria growth.
It keeps them from getting stiff?
i have never had a wet , new sponge!..where do you shop?? maybe there was a tear in the package. i would take all your sponges back.
what kind of sponges
walmart
You are probably buying anti-bacterial sponges. They've been treated with a chemical to prevent bacterial growth.