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The American Cleaning Institute is the Home of the U.S. Cleaning Products Industry and represents the $60 billion U.S. cleaning product supply chain. ACI members include the manufacturers and formulators of soaps, detergents, and general cleaning products used in household, commercial, industrial and institutional settings; companies that supply…
The late Dr. David Macinga, who served as Vice President of Product Development and Regulatory Affairs, GOJO Industries, until his passing in June 2023, is the 2024 recipient of the ACI Elva Walker Spillane Distinguished Service Award.
This posthumous honor is for Dave’s many years of outstanding service to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and the cleaning products industry. Dave was actively engaged at ACI in a range of areas, especially the topical antiseptics program, where he…
Senior Vice President, Science & Regulatory Affairs
Jim joined the American Cleaning Institute in July 2018. His areas of responsibility are the toxicology, human safety and efficacy of topical antiseptics, including research, regulatory affairs and outreach. Prior to joining ACI, Jim was a Senior Toxicologist at the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), where he served as a…
The American Cleaning Institute, (ACI) the trade association for the cleaning products supply chain, announces the appointment of Marie Gargas as Senior Director of Regulatory and International Affairs.
In this role, Gargas will be responsible for managing environmental health and safety related regulatory issues and activities of concern. She will also manage the expansion of ACI’s collaboration with organizations internationally.
Gargas joins ACI from Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS…
The American Cleaning Institute, (ACI) the trade association for the cleaning products supply chain, promoted Dr. James Kim to Senior Vice President of Science & Regulatory Affairs.
James Kim, Ph.D., DABT, M.H.S., joined ACI in 2018 and previously served as Vice President of Science & Regulatory Affairs. Dr. Kim’s expertise in toxicology and risk assessment have enhanced ACI’s capabilities as a leading voice in industry.
Prior to joining ACI, Dr.…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced the promotions of three staff members and a new addition to its Government Affairs team.
The promotions include:
Kristin DiNicolantonio to Senior Director, Stakeholder Communications. Kristin, who joined ACI in 2020, previously served as ACI’s Director, Stakeholder Communications. Her knowledge of ACI’s technical and scientific expertise help echo industry commitments to safety, health and sustainability. Prior to joining ACI, Kristin served…
Longtime President & CEO of Stepan Company Was Former Chair of Association Board of Directors
Mr. Stepan Received Association Distinguished Service Award in 2010
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is mourning the loss of F. Quinn Stepan, the longtime Chairman, President and CEO of Stepan Company who is regarded as a chemical and cleaning product industry icon.
Mr. Stepan passed away on May 13, 2024.
Quinn Stepan was a former Chairman of the Board of Directors of The Soap and…
January 28 Session: Leading the Charge: Driving Global Impact for a Cleaner World
ACI Convention Set for January 27-31, 2025, Orlando, FL
Executives from The Clorox Company, Nouryon and Novonesis will explore the key challenges and emerging opportunities influencing industry's future, during the Industry Leadership Panel at the 2025 American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Industry Convention.
The panelists will also provide insights on managing economic uncertainties, adapting to global…
Polyvinyl Alcohol Film (PVA/PVOH) Has Long Record of Safety, Biodegradability
Campaigners’ Previous Claims Against PVOH Thoroughly Rejected by EPA
The American Cleaning Institute, (ACI) the trade association for the cleaning products supply chain, issued the following statement in response to a proposed bill in New York City that would restrict the use of polyvinyl alcohol, (also known as PVA or PVOH), a water-soluble polymer used to make sustainable laundry and automatic dishwasher…
Here at ACI, we have challenged our members to align their corporate climate strategy and targets with the 1.5°C ambition, which strives to reach net-zero global emissions by 2050. Across the cleaning products industry, companies are taking bold action to limit the global average temperature rise to less than 1.5°C.
Milliken & Company has stepped up to the challenge. ACI spoke with Milliken's Deidre Sandrock, Director of Sustainability and…