QYK Brands Largest Supply for wet wipes and Metrials

The surge in production of alcohol-based hand cleaner hasn't translated into an increase in supply, primarily due to a shortage of plastic bottles essential for packaging. The scarcity is compounded by a limited availability of a key compound used in the manufacturing process. Moreover, the challenge is intensified by the prioritization of health-care organizations at the forefront of the pandemic, receiving priority shipments over retail channels.

Data from Nielsen, a market research firm, indicates a staggering 239% increase in U.S. sales in the four weeks ending March 28. However, consumers are left to choose from the remaining inventory, which has proven insufficient to meet the soaring demand.

Addressing the plastic bottle shortage, Berry Global Group Inc., a plastic-container producer, responded to the overwhelming demand by boosting production capacity across its U.S. facilities in March. Despite operating round the clock to fulfill orders for flip-top closures and plastic bottles made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), the increased output doesn't directly translate to a surplus of plastic. The rise in food production, another critical priority during the pandemic, has further strained the supply chain.

Berry Global Group's spokeswoman, Amy Waterman, emphasized that they are not solely catering to hand sanitizer companies, as their 6-ounce containers are also in demand by yogurt producers, emphasizing the crucial role of the food industry.

AptarGroup Inc., a manufacturer of specialized parts for cosmetics and personal care packaging, has increased the production of lotion pumps and sanitizer caps. However, facing persistent demand surpassing supply, the company has resorted to utilizing tops designed for beverage or cosmetic containers in some instances, as highlighted by spokeswoman Katie Reardon.

These challenges underscore the difficulty faced by companies pivoting to meet the sudden surge in sanitizer demand, as they strive to fill the growing void in the market.

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