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Washington, D.C. – February 18, 2019 – The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and detergent manufacturers are encouraged by the positive trend of multiyear efforts helping millions of people use liquid laundry packets safely. The data show significant reductions in incident rates across all measures. We will continue our efforts to ensure safe product use and to reduce the rate of young children’s exposures associated with liquid laundry packets even further.
Our actions have…
Always use the proper amount of detergent when washing. What's the right amount? Read the label and keep in mind that too much detergent or too little can leave your clothes less clean than using the optimal amount. Follow the fabric care instructions on your clothing.
Also, be sure to keep all laundry products up and out of reach of children and adults with dementia. Detergents on the market today have been formulated and tested to be safe and effective when used as directed, but need to…
The warm summer months are here and with it come the small shifts we make with the change of seasons.
Jackets may get packed away and lighter clothes get pulled out. If you’re ready to transition to summer, here are some tips to get you ready:
Store Seasonal Clothing
Summer in many parts of the country mean fewer layers. It’s time to put heavier clothes into storage and make room for some summer finery. But don't just put them out of sight and out of…
Safe Kids Worldwide, American Cleaning Institute Provide Safety Advice for New Parents during Baby Safety Month
September is Baby Safety Month
This September, as part of Baby Safety Month, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and Safe Kids Worldwide are providing advice for parents and caregivers about safety best practices.
Parents and caregivers have many responsibilities but keeping their baby safe and healthy is a number one priority. Whether you are…
American Cleaning Institute Responds to New Study Addressing Accidental Exposures to Liquid Laundry Packets
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) issued the following response to a new study – published in the journal Pediatrics – that examined calls to poison control centers related to accidental exposures to liquid laundry packets:
"The consensus safety standard designed to help reduce accidental exposures to liquid laundry packets among children…
To be sustainable, we must meet our current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. As an industry, we are striving to optimize use of our planet’s resources across all phases of a product’s lifecycle. In order to achieve this, we must pay particular attention to the water and energy we use and the waste we generate as a result of creating cleaning products.
The product packaging is critical in allowing your cleaning…
Q. How are your hand hygiene practices different now compared to before the spread of novel coronavirus or COVID-19?
64% I wash my hands with soap and water more frequently.
51% I am more mindful about washing my hands for at least 20 seconds.
62% I use hand sanitizer more often.
10% I have not made any changes to my hand hygiene practices.
Q. What hygiene or cleaning products are you using more now than before the spread of the novel…
Video Highlights Product Benefits, Proper Safety Practices for Parents and Caregivers
A new animated video released by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) helps consumers understand the packaging and safety innovations behind a product that helped revolutionize the common laundry routine: liquid laundry packets.
For nearly a decade, liquid laundry packets have risen in popularity by offering a simpler and more sustainable solution in the form of pre-measured packets…
Prevention Starts with Proper Storage and Smart Habits Around Cleaning ProductsMany accidental exposures happen in the moments when a product is left out “just for a minute.” During National Poison Prevention Week (March 15–21, 2026), the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is reminding families that taking an extra second to store products safely can help prevent accidental poisonings, especially among young children and vulnerable adults.Cleaning…
ACI-Commissioned Poll Results Reinforce Importance of Using Disinfecting Sprays, Wipes As Directed to Ensure Virus Kill
8 in 10 Americans Are Confident in Ability of Cleaning Products to Protect Against Coronavirus
A new poll conducted for the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) finds that four in ten Americans are not properly allowing disinfectant sprays and wipes to kill the viruses and germs that can make us sick.
The survey, conducted by Ipsos for ACI (…