As a key member of the chemical supply chain, Rocky Mountain Reagents wants to help clarify the state of the alcohol market given the impact of the COVID-19 crisis and outline our response.

Key Hand Sanitizer Information

The nationwide demand for disinfectant has led to a dramatic increase in the number of manufacturers of hand sanitizer, which has created supply shortages.  The only recommended formulations for hand sanitizers are ones containing Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA or Isopropanol) and/or Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol).  Certain Specially Denatured Alcohol (SDA) blends of ethanol are potentially allowed for use in making hand sanitizer, however most are not safe for use on human skin.  No Completely Denatured Alcohol (CDA) blends are acceptable,

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