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Cleaning Chemistry Catalog

The ACI Cleaning Chemistry Catalog is an online database designed to serve as a resource for accessing and understanding information related to the human and environmental safety of ingredients used in household cleaning products.
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Cleaning Is Caring

Cleaning plays a vital role in our lives, keeping us safe and healthy today, and every day.
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Packets Up!

Proper storage of all cleaning products is a daily practice that can help prevent accidents in the home.
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Release ACI Urges FDA to Address “Free Rider” Issues in Reforms of User Fee Program
ACI Also Calls for Increased Transparency in FDA Review Policies.
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Release Cleaning Product Ingredient Transparency Gets a Hearing on the Hill
A House subcommittee is discussing a legislative proposal that would establish – for the first time – a federal standard for ingredient communication in cleaning products.
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Release ACI Welcomes Ana Fraisse as Manager, Sustainability Engagement
ACI announces the appointment of Ana Fraisse as Manager, Sustainability Engagement.
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Release Cleaning Products Industry Commits to Sustainable Feedstocks
ACI is recognizing member companies who have been “Early Adopters” of its Sustainable Feedstocks Pledge, driving the use of more sustainable feedstocks in cleaning products.
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Statement ACI Statement – Study on Volatile Organic Compounds
ACI responded to research published by the activist group Environmental Working Group in the journal Chemosphere – and related news coverage – discussing the potential effects of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) found…
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Release EPA Uses Outdated, Limited Data in Assessing 1,4-Dioxane Risks, Says ACI
The EPA used “outdated, very limited data” to rapidly conclude that there are ‘unreasonable risks’ from 1,4-dioxane as a byproduct.
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Release What You Need to Know to Keep Your Baby Safe
This September, as part of Baby Safety Month, ACI and Safe Kids Worldwide are providing advice for parents and caregivers about safety best practices.
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Convention ACI Innovation Showcase: Call for Abstracts
The theme of the 2024 ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention is “Advancing Cleaning Innovation.” Demonstrate how your product, chemistry or technology is doing just that at the ACI Innovation Showcase.
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Statement ACI Submits Comments on EPA Draft National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution
ACI submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on the Draft National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution.
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Release ACI Unveils New Bilingual Laundry Safety Resource at PrevCon 2023
ACI is convening with hundreds of top safety experts and partners at the Safe Kids Worldwide Childhood Injury Prevention Convention.
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Release Parents and Teens Agree: College Students Need More Know-How on How to Clean
The American Cleaning Institute Helps Parents Prep their Teens for College with the Class of Clean: A College Student’s Guide to Cleaning Review All Survey Findings
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Release ACI Recognized with 2023 Clarion Award for ‘Class of Clean’
ACI has been honored as a 2023 Clarion Award winner, presented by the Association for Women in Communications.
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Release ACI Launches Cleaning Advice and Guidance for New Parents
“Clean First Steps: A Guide for New Parents” toolkit provides easy-to-understand tips and guidance on adjusting moms’ and dads’ cleaning routines to welcome a new addition to the family.
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Update Yes, washing clothes in cold water is just as effective as using hot water
ACI talks to VERIFY to set the record straight on the efficacy of washing in cold water.
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Release Leading Cleaning Product Makers, Suppliers Advocate for National Labeling Standard on Capitol Hill
ACI hosted its largest Capitol Hill fly-in event on June 14.
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Release At the 2024 Convention, ACI Stands for “Advancing Cleaning Innovation”
Melissa Hockstad, ACI President & CEO, announced the theme for the 2024 Convention during her State of the Association address at the ACI Mid-Year Meeting.
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Release ACI Welcomes New State Government Affairs Manager and Announces Promotion
Jamie Logan is the new Manager, State Government Affairs, and Ryan Heisler is now Senior Manager, Environmental & Scientific Affairs.
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Statement Reviewing Article Examining Disinfectant Chemistries
Recent news coverage and related headlines – some of which were a bit alarmist – involved a commonly used family of chemicals known as quaternary ammonium compounds.
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Release Research Award Recognizes Antiviral Activity on Packaging and Surfaces
Research that could be used for screening and developing new detergents based on biomimetic membranes has been recognized as the best paper.
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