What is the Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitiser Scheme?
Alcohol-based hand sanitisers are classified as cosmetic products and identified
by relevant regulatory requirements as viable alternatives to soap and water.
However, their efficacy depends on their active ingredients or the level of
alcohol they contain.
Alcohol-based hand sanitisers, whether in the form of liquid, gel or foam, are
designed to eliminate pathogens such as bacteria, yeasts, fungi and viruses.
They should contain specific levels of alcohol that act as antimicrobial agents
that work immediately and effectively when applied on hands.
However, poorly made hand sanitisers with insufficient alcohol content present
a significant risk to the health of users. With hand sanitisers quickly becoming
a necessity, manufacturers need to assure consumers that their products are
indeed effective and are of quality. This is where SIRIM QAS comes in.
