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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…
Automatic dishwashers represent a tremendous saving in time and effort; they minimize breakage through reduced handling of dishes; they help keep the kitchen neater and more clutter-free; and cleanup after entertaining is simplified. These are benefits that have much appeal to consumers.
In order to ensure that public health standards are maintained, hospitals and many other food service institutions are required by law to clean dishes by automatic dishwashing methods.
The benefits of an…
Laundry SafetyQ. Would you store your laundry products in decorative jars or containers?40% said no, I would not27% said I would consider it17% said I plan to16% said I already doQ. When it comes to storing your cleaning products, please rank the following factors in order of importance.43% ranked safety first25% ranked convenience first21% ranked organization first11% ranked aesthetics firstLaundry HabitsQ. How many loads of laundry does your household do each week, on average…
Part of ACI’s Sustainability Goal to Value Nature
ACI’s Committed to Supporting Our Members Reach This Ambition
Cleaning Products Industry is Committed to Sustainability
As part of the cleaning product supply chain’s commitment to a more circular economy, the American Cleaning Institute announced a new roadmap for sustainable packaging.
ACI’s ambition for the industry is for all cleaning product packaging…
Materiality assessments provide a comprehensive evaluation of the risks and opportunities most significant to a company’s mid- to long-term success.
In 2015, ACI became one of the first organizations to perform such an analysis on an industry-wide basis. Doing so has allowed us to gain a deeper understanding of the sustainability issues that matter most to companies and stakeholders. Now we are using this…
Please see answers to some of the commonly asked questions below.
Product Safety
Q: Is it safe to mix cleaning products together?
A: Never mix cleaning products, as the ingredients can react to form a toxic gas. It’s important to always use products as directed on the product label.
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Q: I unpacked my tent to get ready for the camping season, and found there was mold growing in the folds. How do I clean it without ruining the water-resistant properties?
A: If possible, start by contacting the tent manufacturer for specific directions. If this isn't possible, wait for a warm, sunny day and then set up your tent in a shady location. Shake or brush off dirt and any other debris that can be easily removed. Fill a bucket with warm water, add a few squirts of…
ACI members can view this event on demand.
ACI is partnering with Fragrance Creators Association (FCA) to present a webinar on what companies need to know about the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) consumer products rulemaking and the potential impact of its fragrance-related provisions on cleaning products.
ACI and FCA will be joined by Joe Calavita and Josh Berghouse of CARB's Consumer Products Implementation…