Sachets that provide rapid fluid absorption into a manageable gel which can be disposed of easily and safely. Supplied in a handy reclosable dispenser, the paper sachets can be placed quickly and safely into urinal bottles, bedpans and sharps containers to ensure swift and certain absorption of unwanted liquids. Sachet opens on contact with the liquid to quickly absorb up to 650ml of hazardous or unwanted liquid. A manageable gel is formed to be safely disposed of in macerators and slop hoppers or flushed away.