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Beiersdorf Thailand has started production of medical grade disinfectants to support the fight against coronavirus pandemic in Thailand. In total, the company expects to manufacture more than 20,000 liters to help up to 1,000 hospitals all over Thailand
Currently, Beiersdorf has converted the production sites for NIVEA and Eucerin in Thailand to produce 80% alcohol medical hand sanitizers. It is estimated that hand sanitizers will be ready for distribution to hospitals and relevant agencies starting from 31 March 2020 onward.
The hand sanitizers will not be available for purchase but will be delivered free of charge to more than 1,000 hospitals, various foundations, homes for orphanage and also underprivileged children in Thailand with the hope to alleviate the current shortage of hand sanitizers. DHL, will support the free distribution. In addition, the company will be giving out sanitizers to more than 1,780 employees and retail salespersons for NIVEA and Eucerin across Thailand to increase customer safety and peace of mind.
“In this challenging time, it is our responsibility as a company to contribute to the collective effort in the fight against the spread of Covid-19. Through this initiative, Beiersdorf aims to help address the risk of a lack of hand sanitizers in hospitals and help the health authorities in Thailand. This will enable healthcare workers to protect themselves while working tirelessly at the frontline amidst the fight against the outbreak.” commented Rakshit Hargave, Senior Vice President Southeast Asia and South Asia of Beiersdorf
Currently, Beiersdorf has converted the production sites for NIVEA and Eucerin in Thailand to produce 80% alcohol medical hand sanitizers. It is estimated that hand sanitizers will be ready for distribution to hospitals and relevant agencies starting from 31 March 2020 onward.
The hand sanitizers will not be available for purchase but will be delivered free of charge to more than 1,000 hospitals, various foundations, homes for orphanage and also underprivileged children in Thailand with the hope to alleviate the current shortage of hand sanitizers. DHL, will support the free distribution. In addition, the company will be giving out sanitizers to more than 1,780 employees and retail salespersons for NIVEA and Eucerin across Thailand to increase customer safety and peace of mind.
“In this challenging time, it is our responsibility as a company to contribute to the collective effort in the fight against the spread of Covid-19. Through this initiative, Beiersdorf aims to help address the risk of a lack of hand sanitizers in hospitals and help the health authorities in Thailand. This will enable healthcare workers to protect themselves while working tirelessly at the frontline amidst the fight against the outbreak.” commented Rakshit Hargave, Senior Vice President Southeast Asia and South Asia of Beiersdorf
