High taxes inevitably resulted in shady soap-making activities.
It may sound absurd, but soap production was once strictly regulated to prevent illegal production. According to the Telegraph, the soap tax, which was implemented in 1712, was once a major source of revenue for the Exchequer, raising roughly the same proportion of income as alcohol duty does today. The imposed levies were so high that the tax collector decided to lock the lids on soap boiling pans every night to prevent illegal soap production after hours.
Related Facts
"WHAT SMELLS LIKE THYME?"
Animals can recognize themselves in Mirror
NEW HARVEST CELEBRATION
The World's Most Innovative Country
Those who drink chamomile tea on a daily basis may benefit from it.
Maine is one of the most expensive states in the US.
The Vatican is the Wine Capital.
Chia can be beneficial to babies.
Not all inuit igloos are snow homes.
Did you Know? Black sea is the world’s largest inland body of water.
Messi has yet to win a big international title.
What religion practised Genghis Khan?
Formula does not help babies sleep (Sorry, Mom)
Ulcers are not caused by stress.
How do you know If your body clock is off?
There is a head and a tail on the pancreas.
Color is essential.
Did you Know? BR Ambedkar was unhappy with the constitution
Soup days are observed all around the world.
Did you Know? Chile Has One Of The Longest Coastlines In The World
Snack-sized pockets are now available.
Is bamboo a plant or a grass?
Do you know the story behind Venetian Blinds?
Butterfly wings protect them from predators.
Did you Know? Athena Hated Medusa