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Due to the steep escalation of COVID-19 pandemic worldwide, cosmetics industry is working at its best to handle the shortage of hand sanitizers.
Most of the companies have increased the production of necessary raw materials, such as hydroalcoholic gels for hand sanitizers to support frontline workers, medical staff who are most exposed to the virus.
There is an upsurge in demand of alcoholic gels for hand sanitizers and disinfectants. The industry is working at the forefront to fulfill the demand and supply gap, by developing new ingredients and donating sanitizers and disinfectants.
Let’s check out the comprehensive round up of how the industry is tackling this crisis.
Combating Shortage of Hand Sanitizers
Health Canada Expedites Licensing Approach for Production
Health Canada has simplified and expedited licensing approach for the production and distribution of alcohol-based hand sanitizers to support companies that intend to manufacture and import hand sanitizers.
All approved alcohol-based hand sanitizers must meet the necessary requirements under the Natural Health Products Regulations (NHPR). A site license is required to manufacture NHP hand sanitizers in Canada and product license is required to legally distribute or donate the products.
To facilitate the safe and efficient production of NHP hand sanitizers, the organization has simplified and expedited the application and review processes for both site and product licenses.
Archroma’s New Thickener for Sanitizing Gels
Archroma has introduced
Mowiplus® HPC 9600, a new thickener for sanitizing gels to address global shortage due to COVID-19 crisis. Mowiplus® HPC 9600 is currently available in Brazil.
Mowiplus® HPC 9600 is an alternative that offers good performance and cost levels, and even allows skipping the 12-hours hydration process needed traditionally, thus saving valuable time in a crisis.
SBC Skincare New Cleanse & Protect Hand Sanitizing Gel
SBC Skincare has launched Cleanse & Protect Hand Sanitizing Gel for consumers.
The new SBC antimicrobial gel is fragrance-free and contains 60 percent alcohol to maintain good hygiene in the absence of soap and water. The effective formula contains 99 percent naturally derived ingredients offering instant cleanliness without leaving any residue.
Univar Joins Forces with INEOS
Univar has joined forces with
INEOS for the "Hands On!" campaign to help combat shortages in commercial hand sanitizer products in Europe. INEOS has pledged to build a hand sanitizer factory in the U.K. The Univar Solutions team in the U.K. mobilized the full capabilities of its Middlesbrough, Homecare & Industrial Cleaning Solutions Center to provide technical and formulation advice.
Univar’s Cadishead production site provided packaging, bottling, warehousing and logistics support in a matter of days to ensure the commitment made to the U.K. National Health Service was properly met. Univar Solutions has started the deliveries. INEOS created a "pocket" version for personal use of people in the U.K. and Europe.
Sasol Develops New Blend of Alcohol-based Chemicals
Sasol has partnered with the government to help combat the spread of COVID-19 in South Africa. The company has developed a new unique blend of alcohol-based chemicals to be used in manufacturing of hand sanitizers to address the increasing market demand for these products.
The COVID-19 outbreak has caused run-on hand sanitizers, which has in turn created excessive demand for alcohols required to produce hand sanitizers and disinfectants. Over the past few weeks, Sasol has experienced an increase in the demand of nearly 400 percent for alcohol-based products.
BASF Commences Production of Hand Sanitizers
BASF Personal Care has started the production of hand sanitizers at different production sites in Europe. The products are being provided free of charge. The company wants to help overcome the current bottleneck for hand sanitizers that resulted from significantly increased demand.
The German production site of BASF has already produced and donated 13,000 liters of the urgently needed product and will deliver further 23,000 liters to a central collection point in the city. Since the start of the COVID-19 crisis, the company has activated an extensive package of measures to slow the spread of the virus and protect people. Measures are ranging from the implementation of telecommuting or the adaptation of production shifts to increased hygiene.
Shiseido to Start Production of Hand Sanitizers
Shiseido has developed a new hand sanitizer (designated quasi drug) with special attention to sensitive and raw hands, and has started production at its Nasu Factory.
From May onwards, the company will also start production at Osaka Factory, Kakegawa Factory and Kuki Factory, for a total monthly quantity of 200,000 bottles to be supplied mainly to medical institutes and facilities in Japan. Shiseido will continue to provide various supports in the effort to curb and bring a quick end to the spread of the Coronavirus.
Huntsman Increases Production of Hand Sanitizers in Australia
Huntsman is producing hand sanitizers at its different sites in the world for donating it to health care and other critical facilities as part of the COVID-19 response. Huntsman also partnered with one of its customers, Fortis Adhesives, Coatings & Specialties, to obtain the base alcohol needed for the first batch of hand sanitizer.
The Melbourne site plans to produce 22,000 liters per week of the hand sanitizer which is validated for use in hospitals as well as the domestic market through the Australian government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration exemption.
Coatex Dedicates Production Capacities of Rheostyl™ UP
Coatex has dedicated its production capacities to produce
Rheostyl™ UP an efficient thickener in liquid form to meet the critical need for hydro-alcoholic gels.
Rheostyl™ UP provides optimal gel clarity and rheology control to facilitate application and avoid dripping. Few minutes are enough to formulate hydroalcoholic gels with Rheostyl™ UP leading to substantial output increase at industrial scale.
Stepan Donates Hand Sanitizers to Frontline Workers
Stepan has made donations of hand sanitizers and spray disinfectants to Chicagoland first responders on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis. Stepan produced and accessed necessary raw materials and used its R&D and Pilot Plant capabilities to formulate and produce the sanitizing and disinfectant products.
While Stepan continues to manufacture cleaning and disinfecting products, including non-ionic surfactants and biocides for customers that are essential in the fight against COVID-19, it recognized the urgent need of Chicagoland first responders for sanitation supplies as they continue to serve and protect the local communities.
Lubrizol Joins Forces with GOJO to Provide Hand Sanitizers
Lubrizol and GOJO have joined forces to donate more than 16,000 liters – or the equivalent of nearly 65,000 8 oz. bottles of PURELL® Hand Sanitizer - to local hospitals. Lubrizol supplies Carbopol® polymer a key thickening ingredient in PURELL® gel hand sanitizer.
GOJO team members are working around the clock to ensure healthcare workers, first responders, and critical infrastructure providers have the PURELL® products they need during this crisis. Together, the two organizations have been working together to prioritize product getting to hospitals and first responders.
Stay tuned for more developments happening in the cosmetic industry in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Source: Curated by SpecialChem