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ACI Distinguished Paper Award Presented at AOCS Annual MeetingPublished in the Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, the study demonstrates a high-throughput approach to screening surfactant additives and linking structure to performance.A group of Dow researchers who developed new methods of evaluating surfactant effectiveness and efficiency has been recognized with authoring the best paper published in 2025 in the Journal of Surfactants and Detergents.The…
American Cleaning Institute Urges Science-Based, Harmonized Approach to Safer Consumer Products Regulation The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) submitted formal comments to the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) regarding the agency’s proposal to list manual dish detergents and shampoos containing 1,4-dioxane at concentrations greater than 1 part per million (ppm) as Priority Products under California’s Safer Consumer Products (SCP) regulations.…
What’s the science behind how cleaning products remove dirt and bacteria?Cleaning products work by leveraging chemistry and biology to break down, lift, and eliminate unwanted substances from surfaces. Most cleaning agents contain active ingredients—such as surfactants, enzymes, or disinfectants—that target specific types of dirt and microorganisms.Surfactants are molecules that reduce surface tension, allowing water to spread and penetrate…
Marie Gargas promoted to Associate Vice PresidentTwo new hires advance ACI’s Sustainability and Science initiativesThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced the promotion of Marie Gargas to Associate Vice President, Regulatory and International Affairs. The Institute also welcomed Leeann Arthur as Senior Director, Sustainability and Lilian Lam Josephson, Ph.D., as Senior Director, Public Health.“These leadership additions strengthen ACI’s ability to serve the evolving…
Comments on draft CCL 6 warn that unresolved questions around terminology, measurement and health relevance could complicate future screening and rulemaking under the Safe Drinking Water ActThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure that any future action on microplastics under the Safe Drinking Water Act is grounded in validated methods, fit-for-purpose definitions and a stronger underlying evidence base.ACI views were expressed in comments…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) submitted formal comments to the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) in response to the agency’s Background Document on Microplastics in Consumer Products Research.“ACI aligns with DTSC’s goal to reduce the release of microplastics into the environment during all stages of the consumer product life cycle,” said Dan Selechnik, Director, Environmental Health and Safety, American Cleaning Institute. “Clear, science-based…
Trade Group Calls For Targeted Improvements To Modernize Chemical Safety Law And Strengthen U.S. Supply ChainThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) continued to advocate for targeted changes and modernization of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), as part of the House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing Thursday.ACI, the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, submitted a letter to the Chairs of the Subcommittee in advance of the hearing on the Environment Chemicals…
Inaugural two-day event addressed EPA priorities, sustainability, extended producer responsibility, procurement and consumer-driven innovationWASHINGTON, D.C. – June 17, 2026 – The American Cleaning Institute’s (ACI) initial Spark Summit provided leaders from ACI member companies with ideas, tools and connections to help them navigate the regulatory, sustainability and consumer trends reshaping the cleaning products industry.Held June 11-12 in Cincinnati, OH,…
Trade Association Aims to Build Momentum and Bipartisan Support for Science-Based, Timely Chemical Management ProgramACI Says TSCA Reforms Would Benefit American Consumers, Manufacturers and BusinessesThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) will lead a coalition of member companies this week in a Congressional fly-in to build momentum around proposed legislation to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).ACI, the trade association for the cleaning product supply chain, will…
Michael Ellis Joins Team Full-Time to Advance Sustainability Research, Engagement The American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, announced the hiring of Michael Ellis to the Sustainability team.Ellis will serve as Sustainability Manager at ACI, supporting both ongoing programs and the development of new initiatives that advance industry-wide sustainability progress, advocacy, knowledge building and outreach.In…