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Washington, D.C. – July 24, 2018 – James Kim, Ph.D., DABT, M.H.S., a toxicologist with extensive scientific and research experience in the public, private and academic sectors, has joined the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) as Associate Vice President, Science & Regulatory Affairs. Dr. Kim most recently served as toxicologist with the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), Statistical and Science Policy Branch. OMB is part of the…
The American Cleaning Institute – the trade association for the cleaning products industry – released the following statement in response to irresponsible headlines and stories - attempting to summarize a study published in the journal Nature Neuroscience - that distort the safety and beneficial use of quaternary ammonium compounds: The use of cleaning products, disinfectants and their chemistries contribute to public health in homes, schools, healthcare…
American Cleaning Institute Members Engaged in Multi-Year, Multi-Million Dollar Research Efforts to Meet FDA Data Requests on Topical Antiseptic Ingredients “Free Rider” Companies Not Engaged in Research Efforts Benefit Off the Backs of Those Investing in Science ACI Also Calls for Increased Transparency in FDA Review Policies As the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) kicks off efforts that will determine user fees that fund the Agency’s review of nonprescription drugs,…
Since so much science is involved in the formulation and evaluation of the cleaning products we use, the American Cleaning Institute wants to help children of all ages understand the difference between these sound scientific studies and “junk science,” in which unproven theories are presented as fact.
Cleaning Product Supply Chain Experts Discuss Industry Trends Jan. 31 Panelists Include Representatives from ECOLAB, NAM and PAC ACI Convention Set for Jan. 29-Feb. 2, Orlando, FL Policy experts from across the cleaning product supply chain will address global policy perspectives during the ACI Convention Issues Briefing January 31 in Orlando, Florida. The ACI Convention – the industry’s top global business-to-business event – takes place January 29-February 2, 2024, at Grande Lakes…
Survey shows many new parents could use help on cleaning and disinfecting routines when a new baby arrives Kitchen cleaning, bottle cleaning, disinfecting surfaces among new parents’ top cleaning priorities See All Survey Findings Here Access the Toolkit Here The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched its “Clean First Steps: A Guide for New Parents” toolkit, providing easy-to-understand tips and guidance on adjusting moms’ and dads’ cleaning routines to welcome a new addition to the…
American Cleaning Institute Asks Agency to Remedy Issues Involving Bulk Containers and Refilling The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is pressing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to clarify policies on labeling and refilling practices involving hand sanitizers. In a letter sent to the agency, ACI expressed concerns related to the “new, increasingly widespread practice of providing hand sanitizers to consumers in public settings...that are often sold in bulk and used to fill…
Q. My child plays little league baseball, and his socks and uniform get so dirty. What’s the best way to clean them? A. First, pretreat with a prewash stain remover. Look for a stain remover that contains enzymes to remove the grass stains. Then, launder in the hottest water that’s safe for the fabric, using a bleach that’s safe for the fabric. Repeat procedure if necessary. For dirt stains, brush off as much residue as possible. (If the dirt is actually mud, let the mud dry…