The COVID-19 pandemic has caused countless economic upheavals throughout the world. Many companies have adapted their manufacturing processes to assist in the production of sanitary products and medical supplies to support the healthcare industry in this time of crisis.
One of the most amazing developments is the trend among distilleries and alcoholic beverage manufacturers across the United States shifting gears to produce hand sanitizer due to the extreme shortage our nation is facing.
If your distillery wants to contribute to the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, keep a few things in mind. First, the hand sanitizer your distillery produces is unlikely to meet all applicable regulations and manufacturing standards held by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
However, the FDA has promised not to take legal action against manufacturers who strive to contribute to the fight against the virus as long as they do so responsibly. Labeling is one of the most important things to consider if you wish to shift your business operations toward hand sanitizer production.
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Why Is Labeling Important?
While you may wish to turn your company’s focus toward contributing to relief efforts, remember that you have a responsibility as a manufacturer to produce safe, effective, and accurately represented products. If the hand sanitizer you produce does not meet all standard regulations for hand sanitizer production, you must inform consumers of this fact on your label.
It’s also essential to list every ingredient used in the production of your new hand sanitizer so consumers can make informed purchasing decisions. The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a suggested formula for creating hand sanitizer. It’s strongly recommended that any distilleries or other manufacturers that wish to contribute to the fight against COVID-19 in this manner follow the suggested formula as closely as possible.
Developing Your Hand Sanitizer Label
The same basic rules apply for creating hand sanitizer labels as for any other type of consumer product. Your label should include the weight and volume of the package as well as a comprehensive list of ingredients. Some people are allergic to isopropyl alcohol, so if you use the WHO-approved formula that includes isopropyl alcohol, consumers need to be aware of this to avoid allergic reactions. While rare, it is also possible for an individual to have an allergic reaction to glycerol or hydrogen peroxide, two other ingredients listed in the WHO-approved formulas for hand sanitizer production.
Your label should clearly display your brand logo and all required information. Work with an established labeling service to produce high-quality, readable labels for your hand sanitizer as quickly as possible.
Contact Century Label today if you have questions about developing a label for new hand sanitizer products.
