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FDA needlessly punishes businesses that stepped up during coronavirus lockdown Print this article
The coronavirus pandemic has left the government dependent on public compliance and the goodwill of its citizens. But now that the end is in sight, our bureaucratic overlords seem to be doing everything they can to squash what little benevolence remains.
This month, the Food and Drug Administration reportedly slapped hundreds of distilleries with an unexpected fee of more than $14,000 because they produced hand sanitizer in the early days of the pandemic. Keep in mind: Craft distillers across the country began producing sanitizer because the United States was facing a massive shortage as panicked shoppers bought hand soap, cleaning wipes, and other sanitation products in bulk. Now, they’re being punished for helping consumers and healthcare workers during their time of need.
HHS: Distilleries won t have to pay FDA fees of more than $14K for making hand sanitizers amid pandemic Coral Murphy, USA TODAY
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Distilleries across the U.S. received a surprise fee from the Food and Drug Administration after using their facilities to make hand sanitizer amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
As COVID-19 cases began surging in March, distilleries started making hand sanitizer by switching their alcohol production to antiseptic, undrinkable alcohol and giving away bottles to members of their communities.
The efforts rose after the country faced a shortage in hand sanitizer as shoppers panic bought hand soap, cleaning wipes and other sanitation products.