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As DTSC Proposes Amendments to its Safer Consumer Products Program, ACI Notes Current Definition of “Microplastics” Overlooks Key Scientific Nuances The California Department of Toxic Substances Control’s (DTSC) Safer Consumer Products (SCP) program proposal to add microplastics to the Candidate Chemicals List lacks some important scientific considerations, according to comments submitted by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the …
ACI Distinguished Paper Award Presented at AOCS Annual Meeting
Research that could be used to inform surfactant formulation has been recognized as the best paper published in 2023 in the Journal of Surfactants and Detergents.
The authors were recognized during the 2024 American Oil Chemists’ Society (AOCS) Annual Meeting, held April 28-May 1 in Montréal, Québec, Canada.
The Distinguished Paper Award is an annual honor presented by the American Cleaning Institute® (ACI…
Findings provide a baseline for robust long-term assessment of 1,4-dioxane in commercial products
Article published in Journal of Surfactants and Detergents
A new study co-authored by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) assesses the methodologies to measure a manufacturing byproduct that’s subject to restrictive rules in jurisdictions like New York State.
Legislators there passed a law in 2020 that limits the concentration of 1,4-dioxane to parts-per-million (ppm) levels…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) suggested several updates to Green Seal’s proposed “Healthy Green Schools and Colleges Standard for K-12 School Districts and Higher Education Institutions”.
Applauds the clear messaging the Standard takes in regard to training, which is essential in protecting the health of workers and those that use an institution’s facilities.
Urges the Standard to include effective active ingredients important for disinfection – including those…
The WASH Foundation distributes recycled soaps, hygiene products, provides much needed resources to communities in need
ACI members donate $40,000+
American Cleaning Institute (ACI) hosted its annual Charity Duck Race January 31 during the 2024 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…
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has named the American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, as a Safer Choice Partner of the Year. This honor is ACI’s fifth recognition as a Safer Choice Partner of the Year.
EPA’s Safer Choice helps consumers, businesses and purchasers find products that perform and contain ingredients that are safer for human health and the environment.
Throughout 2023, ACI…
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Henkel, Novozymes Executives Elected to American Cleaning Institute Board of Directors
Eric Schwartz
Cynthia Bryant
WASHINGTON, D.C., November 18, 2011 – The American Cleaning Institute® (ACI) Board of Directors welcomed executives from Henkel Consumer Goods Inc. and Novozymes as its newest members of ACI’s governing body.
Eric…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced the addition of two new staff members: Ryan Heisler as Manager, Environmental & Scientific Affairs and Elizabeth Sullivan as Program Coordinator, Government Affairs.
“ACI is fortunate to welcome these talented individuals to our team,” said Melissa Hockstad, ACI President & CEO. “We know they will strengthen our core disciplines in our scientific and government affairs departments and help us…
Our Future is Clean is ACI’s bold new campaign highlighting the cleaning industry’s efforts toward a clean, sustainable world and to promote consumers’ health and well-being.
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Q: I am worried about germs on my kitchen counters. Is it true that more bleach kills more germs?
A: The only advantage to using more bleach than prescribed is if the surface is soiled. To create a sanitizing solution, it is recommended that you use one tablespoon of EPA-registered unscented liquid bleach per gallon of water. Spread the solution liberally over the countertop. Let stand for at least two minutes and then allow to air-dry. We recommend making up fresh sanitizing solution as…