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In State of the Association Address, ACI Board Chair Eric Reynolds Calls on Cleaning Product Supply Chain to Help “Shape the Future Together”ACI Focused on Clearing Up Regulatory Roadblocks to Chemical Innovation, Promoting Policymaking Focused on Sound ScienceSays Industry is “Serving People, Improving Lives” as ACI Readies for 100th AnniversaryThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is well-equipped to confront marketplace challenges that lie ahead for the cleaning product supply chain,…
69% of Americans Plan to Spring Clean This Year, Down From 78% in 2020
55% Say They’ve Been Cleaning More Than Usual Due to COVID
Statistics Recap Available Here
There may be less spring cleaning going on in 2021, but that may be due to millions of Americans being stuck at home for months during the pandemic, suggests the latest National Cleaning Survey from the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).
According to an online survey conducted by Ipsos on behalf of ACI, 69% of Americans plan on…
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may be on the brink of banning safe and effective products, essentially eliminating consumer choice for millions of Americans.
Every day, antibacterial soaps are used in homes, offices, schools, child care centers and many other commercial settings. Yet a recent announcement by FDA cast an unrealistically dark picture of this category of products that have been on the shelves for decades.
Specifically, FDA issued a final…
New recommendations enable families to choose the appropriate laundry care to meet their household’s needs.
Did you know there are different levels of laundry? The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) released new science-based recommendations on laundry practices to help consumers understand how to help care for their families.
The new guidelines come as industry has seen an increase in consumer questions related to laundry best practices in light of COVID-19. How you wash and dry clothes may…
I can’t decide if I want to get a scented product or a fragrance-free one. What are the pros and cons of each?When choosing a detergent or cleaning product, think about how the product makes you feel about your cleaning routine. Scent is an important factor—some people enjoy a pleasant fragrance, while others prefer products without any scent. Using a cleaning product with a scent you love can make the experience more enjoyable and rewarding. Certain fragrances can…
Federal Level Focus Includes Supply Chain Issues, Support for EPA Funding
“State of the Association” Highlighted at ACI’s 2022 Mid-Year Meeting
The cleaning product supply chain will face increased state-level legislative and regulatory activities in the second half of 2022, potentially affecting chemical ingredient, packaging and cleaning product use and disposal issues, according to Melissa Hockstad, President and CEO of the American Cleaning Institute.
During the State…
Helps Consumers Better Understand How and Why to Recycle Cleaning Product Packaging
Part of ACI’s Sustainability Initiative, Striving for All Cleaning Product Packaging to Be Circular
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched a new web page and guide devoted to helping consumers navigate recycling cleaning product packaging. “Close the Loop on Cleaning Products” breaks down the considerations when recycling different containers and how to find details on local recycling…
American Cleaning Institute Refreshes “Building Blocks of Health” Toolkit for Nation’s Child Care Centers
Facilities Can Be High-Risk Environments for Germ and Illness Transmission
Toolkit Offers Evergreen Guidance on Cleaning and Disinfecting for the Child Care Community
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The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is launching a refreshed version of its C is for Clean toolkit, a resource for parents and child care workers amid continued efforts to keep children and child…
Routine appliance maintenance can save homeowners money on energy bills and repairs
ACI provides resources for cleaning and maintenance best practices for home appliances
Statistics Recap Here
More than one-third of Americans (36%) are not familiar with manufacturer recommendations for cleaning and maintaining their home appliances, such as refrigerators, HVAC systems, or washers and dryers, according to findings released by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).
This suggests millions of…