Plain-Language Summary

Pennsylvania laws under Title 18 Sections 7301 and 7302 address the distribution and sale of certain substances. Section 7301 prohibits distributing samples of medicines, dyes, or polishing compounds in areas accessible to children, with an exception for adults. Section 7302 sets regulations and penalties for the sale and labeling of solidified alcohol containing more than 4% methyl or wood alcohol, including requirements for proper labeling and warnings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Distributing or depositing medicine, dyes, or polishing compounds in areas accessible to children is prohibited, with an exception for distribution to adults only.

Yes, selling or possessing solidified alcohol containing more than 4% methyl or wood alcohol with intent to sell is a second-degree misdemeanor.

Containers must have the methyl or wood alcohol content embossed, include the manufacturer's name, and display warnings against internal use, including risks of blindness or death.

Yes, distributing medicine samples to adults is permitted; the law mainly restricts distribution to children in public areas.