State unit boosting production of 70-degree alcohol
The Liquor Distillery Organisation is stepping up on the production of 70-degree alcohol as an alternative to antibiotic gel and sprays which have run out of stock amid the spread of coronavirus, said acting director Somkuan Charusombat on Thursday (January 30).
People have been using gel and sprays to protect themselves from being infected. However, supply from private producers has failed to meet huge market demand.
“The alcohol was usually used to clean medical and office equipment” the acting director explained. “The 70-degree alcohol can serve as a protection against bird flu virus, which is similar to the coronavirus, and reduce the risk of infection".
The alcohol should be sold at normal price, but some distributors have increased the price, Somkuan said.
