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Handwashing is one of the most effective things you can do to protect your health and the health of those around you. All soap helps — but in some situations, antibacterial soap can go a step further. Understand its benefits, how it works, and when to use it.
What is Antibacterial Soap?Antibacterial soap is a hand soap that…
American Cleaning Institute, International Network of Cleaning Product Associations Announce Redesigned INCPA.netWebsite Highlights Consumer Education, Health and Safety and Sustainability Priorities for the Global Cleaning Products IndustryThe International Network of Cleaning Products Associations (INCPA) has launched a new website as part of its commitment to sharing information and supporting sustainable development within the detergent, cleaning and maintenance product…
Popular Products Kill Germs That Can Make Us SickA bill introduced in the California Assembly would ban the sale of antibacterial soap products and would have negative impact on consumers’ health, according to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).Legislation dubbed “The Safer Soap Act” makes spurious claims against the key antiseptic ingredients used in consumer antibacterial soaps that are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).ACI is the trade…
Leandro Ruiz Fernandez joins as Policy Manager, Government Affairs The American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, announced the appointment of Leandro Ruiz Fernandez as Policy Manager, Government Affairs.In his role, Ruiz will be responsible for tracking and researching policy and political developments, representing ACI at public and coalition venues, and communicating with policy makers at the state and federal levels.…
In letters sent to President-Elect Donald Trump and all members of the 119th Congress, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) outlined several policy priorities to help ensure and enhance the availability of critical products and chemistries for the American people and the manufacturing sector at large.The letters highlight the following 2025 Policy Priorities:New Chemicals: ACI recommends the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) abide by the Toxic Substances…
ACI Members Highlight New Chemistries and Products at Capitol Hill ReceptionAdvocates Lobby to Improve TSCA Review Process, Retain Safer Choice at EPAThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) led two events May 20-21 for member companies to engage congressional offices about the importance of delivering innovative products and chemistries.More than one hundred people attended the Congressional Chemistry Caucus Reception, “Innovative Chemistries for a Cleaner America,” in the Rayburn House Office…
Updated Publication Showcases Risk Characterization Framework to Inform Development of New Enzyme ProductsGuidance Document is Available for Free at cleaninginstitute.orgThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and A.I.S.E., the European cleaning and hygiene products industry association, have released their most recent industry guidance on risk characterization in the development of consumer products containing enzymes. This updated guidance provides a…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, announces the promotion of Jamie Logan to Director, State Government Affairs.Jamie Logan joined ACI in 2023 and previously served as Manager, State Government Affairs. Jamie’s leadership on legislative and regulatory issues in the states has elevated ACI’s ability to advance industry priorities across the nation.Prior to joining ACI, Jamie served as a policy…
The WASH Foundation distributes recycled soaps, hygiene products, provides much needed resources to communities in needACI members donate $50,000American Cleaning Institute (ACI) hosted its annual Charity Duck Race January 29 during the 2025 ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention at the Grande Lakes Orlando in Orlando, Florida. Duck race enthusiasts flocked to the Lazy River at Grande Lakes for the Charity Duck Race, sponsored by Shell Chemical LP. Decorated…
BackgroundAntimicrobial ingredients are typically found in antibacterial hand soaps (hand washes) and hand sanitizers (hand rubs). Hand washes and hand rubs are over-the-counter (OTC) topical antiseptic drugs and thus are regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Household antibacterial soaps containing benzalkonium chloride (BAC), benzethonium chloride (BZT), and chloroxylenol (PCMX) remain under FDA’s ongoing review to characterize the safety and effectiveness of topical…