The Australian Federal Police will lead investigation into the price gouging of rapid antigen tests across Australia. 7NEWS
If an individual or business buys RATs from a retailer, like a chemist, and then sells those RATs for more than 20 per cent of what they were purchased for, they will face criminal charges under the law.The individuals or businesses could also be forced to surrender the RATs, which will be sent to the National Medical Stockpile.
Australian National University emeritus criminology professor Roderic Broadhurst told AAP a squeeze on supply creates opportunities for criminal entrepreneurs, who are already well equipped to distribute. Despite wholesale RAT costs being up to $11.45 a test, the agency said prices for the kits are often retailing between $20-$30 and are priced much higher through smaller outlets.
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