H-E-B limit amount of hand sanitizers, other products being snatched-up over coronavirus concerns

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On Sunday H-E-B put a notice up on its website that it was limiting the amount of disinfectant products such as hand sanitizers that are flying off the shelves over coronavirus concerns.

Stores across town are also seeing an increase of these items being snatched up and causing some products to even be sold out or hard to come by.

The Texas-based retailer shared the following notice on its website Sunday, March 1st that states: "To be fair to all customers, we are placing a limit of four on many hand sanitizers, wipes and similar items."

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Lisa Helfman, public affairs director with H-E-B Houston had the following to share about the notice, "To ensure the availability of product for all customers, the purchase of hand sanitizer and hand soap is limited to 4 bottles each per transaction in one shopping trip. This precautionary measure will ensure that all customers find the products they need."

When asked why there was a limit put on these product the spokesperson shared that H-E-B is committed to having products available to customers who need them. Occasionally they will limit product purchases to make sure customers can find the items they need.

Some may wonder if these restrictions are due to the coronavirus concerns. The H-E-B spokesperson shared that "Product limits are typical at H-E-B to ensure our customers are able to find what they need. Limits are part of H-E-B being prepared and protecting product availability."

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If your worried that there may be a shortage the spokesperson responded by sharing the following: "No, our team replenishes our shelves daily. Our Partners work around the clock to bring products to the shelf. If you cannot find what you need, please check back with us."

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