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Cleaning: This involves removing unwanted contaminants, such as soil, dirt and grease, from a surface, material, or your hands. It’s usually what you’re doing when washing with soap and water. Cleaning along with rinsing and using a cloth or paper towel may remove some germs as well when they’re washed or wiped away.
Sanitizing: When sanitizing, you’re reducing (but not necessarily eliminating) the number of…
American Cleaning Institute Asks Agency to Remedy Issues Involving Bulk Containers and Refilling
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is pressing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to clarify policies on labeling and refilling practices involving hand sanitizers.
In a letter sent to the agency, ACI expressed concerns related to the “new, increasingly widespread practice of providing hand sanitizers to consumers in public settings...that are often…
American Cleaning Institute, Consumer Healthcare Products Association Say Pandemic-Inspired Policy is No Longer Needed
Long-time Sanitizer Manufacturers Have Secured Supply Chains, Are Able to Meet Product Demand, Groups Say
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) called on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to withdraw its temporary guidance for the manufacturing of alcohol-based hand sanitizer…
The American Cleaning Institute, Consumer Healthcare Products Association have been calling for the temporary guidance withdrawal, citing quality and safety concerns as well as stabilized supply chains
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) praise the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for announcing the withdrawal of its temporary guidance for the manufacturing of alcohol-based hand…
Choose and properly use the right products to help prevent illness every day!
Keeping your child care facility clean is vital for the health, safety and well-being of children and you. One of the most important steps you can take to reduce the spread of germs (i.e. bacteria, viruses and fungi) is keeping your environment clean throughout the day.
Daily Practices That Matter…
Wash your hands often
Understand the difference between cleaning, …
Reusable bags are a sustainable alternative to plastic bags. However, they need proper care to prevent things like germs and mold from growing and cross-contaminating your food. Wash and store bags safely between each use. Here's how:
Clean
Wash bags after each use, following care instructions. See the fabric care label or the table below for more details.
Wipe insulated bags with a disinfecting or…
You can keep your home clean despite your pets and for your pets with these tips.
Cleaning For Pet Health
Sometimes our pets get sick. A fur-baby can catch a virus, pick up bacteria, or become host to parasites. Prevention is key. Pets should receive regular vaccinations. See your veterinarian for the best guide in determining the timing of vaccinations for dogs, cats and other pets. There are also things you can do around the house to help keep your animal…
Please see answers to some of the commonly asked questions below.
Product Safety
Q: Is it safe to mix cleaning products together?
A: Never mix cleaning products, as the ingredients can react to form a toxic gas. It’s important to always use products as directed on the product label.
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Summer is a time when everyone just wants to kick back and relax.
While taking care of soil and grime "in the moment" may seem a bit contrary to how you want to approach summer, in fact, fast attention to the grime gremlins can be a real time-saver. If you’re headed to the beach or the pool this summer, here are some tips for keeping clean and ready to relax:
Beach Gear Packing
When it’s time to hit the beach, be sure to throw these items in for an easy…
ACI members can view this event on demand.
ACI is partnering with Fragrance Creators Association (FCA) to present a webinar on what companies need to know about the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) consumer products rulemaking and the potential impact of its fragrance-related provisions on cleaning products.
ACI and FCA will be joined by Joe Calavita and Josh Berghouse of CARB's Consumer Products Implementation Section, who will…