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ACI has a variety of free educational materials available for consumers, teachers, health educators, community leaders and students. All are available in English, but we do have a few in Spanish. We have fact sheets, bookmarks, posters and booklets on a variety of topics including hand hygiene.
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You can download publications from ACI's website. View the Publication Catalog for a complete list and links. Check our site frequently for new and updated publications.…
The next National Poison Prevention Week is March 14-20, 2027.The third full week of March every year is National Poison Prevention Week and a good time to raise awareness about poison prevention and safety measures. The United States Congress established National Poison Prevention Week in 1961 (P.L. 87-319). Shortly thereafter, the Poison Prevention Week Council was organized to coordinate this annual event and promote poison prevention. More than 50 years later, the Council continues…
61% Get Cleaning Tips from Friends and FamilyThe Theme of National Cleaning Week for 2026 is “Celebrating Cleaning Innovation”American Cleaning Institute Launches Timeline Highlighting Key Moments in Cleaning Product InnovationAs the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) celebrates National Cleaning Week (March 22–28) during its 100th anniversary, new survey data…
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…
As dishes are cleared from tables in millions of homes this Thanksgiving, those celebrating can save a significant amount of water by scraping their dishes instead of rinsing them before they are put into the dishwasher.
The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) and American Cleaning Institute (ACI) are asking consumers to take this simple step to conserve water and create a more sustainable Thanksgiving.
“Nearly 90 million households across the U.S. 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…
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S. F. Arnold, G. Ramachandran, H. Kaup and J. Servadio
2019
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…
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…
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…