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Research that could be used to inform surfactant formulation has been recognized as the best paper published in 2024 in the Journal of Surfactants and Detergents.The authors are being recognized during the 2025 American Oil Chemists’ Society (AOCS) Annual Meeting, held April 27 to 30, at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Oregon.The Distinguished Paper Award is an annual honor presented by the American Cleaning Institute® (ACI). The authors of the research include Sini…
ACI Submits Comments to FTC on Key Environmental Claims The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) urged the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to bring greater clarity on its enforcement of environmental marketing claims which will allow “consumers to make better informed purchasing decisions” going forward. In comments submitted to the FTC on proposed revisions to the agency’s Guides for the Use of Environmental Marking Claims (“Green Guides”), ACI called for “more frequent…
Experts believe the virus spreads mainly via coughs or sneezes, the same way flu spreads. Everyday preventive actions like hand washing help slow the spread of respiratory illness. Learn more from the CDC.
While the weather outside may be frightful during the winter months, by doing a few simple things, you can be sure your health stays delightful. Germs that spread cold and flu can be passed to you, your kids, and others through contact as trivial as opening a door or grabbing your phone.
Join us for a webinar focusing on keeping students safe and healthy throughout back-to-school season. Hosted by ACI and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this event covers everything from hand hygiene to backpack essentials. Watch on demand here. Wed, 08/02/2023 - 14:00 Wed, 08/02/2023 - 15:00
ACI President and CEO, Melissa Hockstad received a standing ovation during the Salute to Association Excellence event on March 17, having been named 2023 Association Executive of the Year by Association TRENDS and CEO Update. In addition, ACI was recognized with a gold award for social media during the TRENDY award presentation. Photos by Charles Fazio
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) appreciates Matt Fuchs and TIME Magazine for tackling the important topic of dishwasher pods and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) in their recent article, “What Happens to the Plastic in Dishwasher Pods?”  We especially commend the article for highlighting a crucial point: detergent-grade PVA does not form microplastics, a misconception we are dedicated to clarifying. The article also notes the safety of these products,…
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…
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…
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…