While most of us haven't yet begun to imagine the ways in which our world will change in the days after the COVID-19 pandemic, one thing is for certain: nothing will ever seem the same afterwards. While many businesses are experiencing shutdowns during this global crisis, Century Label is fortunate enough to be able to step up in a leadership role and aid in this battle against the novel coronavirus. In fact, the increased and desperate need for hand sanitizers and disinfectants means that our FDA and EPA-compliant labels are more crucial now than ever before.
Hand Sanitizer
While hand sanitizer used to be primarily a tool of medical professionals, its use has been steadily on the rise in use for the last 10 years. Today, in light of this global pandemic, we see a very different picture altogether. The first week of March, after news of COVID-19 hit the general public in full force, saw a 470% increase in hand sanitizer sales compared to the previous year.
Both the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have recommended high-alcohol-content hand sanitizers of more than 60% alcohol as an alternative to handwashing when soap and water are not available. It is one of the most effective ways to kill the virus and avoid its spread. Ensuring proper labeling of alcohol content is crucial to the fight against this virus.
While most of us in the United State have on-demand access to soap and hot water, there are many circumstances where we may need a hand sanitizer alternative. Here are some of the top reasons that we see such a need for increase in hand sanitizer use in the COVID-19 era:
Essential workers who don't have time to wash hands while doing their jobs
When shopping for essentials
During worship
In our vehicles
On public transportation
With so many stores in our communities experiencing shortages of this life-saving product, the ramping up of the production of hand sanitizers is essential in keeping us all safe.
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Hard Surface Disinfectants
Hard surface disinfectants are another important weapon against COVID-19, and not just in hospitals and grocery stores, but in our homes, as well. Studies of the virus have shown that it can live on some hard surfaces, not just for hours, but days.
For this reason, both the WHO and the CDC recommend that disinfecting countertops, tables, doorknobs, handles, and floors become paramount, as part of our daily routine now. Fortunately, with proper disinfectants, the coronavirus is easy to kill.
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At Century Label, we are honored to help lead the charge in helping rid the nation and the globe of the coronavirus by clear and accurate labeling.
