A Puerto Rico-based maker of the "Done" brand antibacterial spray said the controversial products seized by government authorities on St. Croix is, well, all a big mistake. Jorge Gonzalez, president of Olein Recovery Corp., said the product removed from store shelves Wednesday was, indeed, antibacterial spray intended to help consumers prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The problem, he said, is that the company decided to affix the new antibacterial spray labels on cans that were originally intended for a different product. A St. Croix woman became suspicious after buying a can of "Done" brand disinfectant. She peeled back the label and discovered permanent markings that identified the product as butane fuel. Mr. Gonzalez sought to reassure consumers in a press release issued yesterday that the company's products are safe.…
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