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The Ingredient Naming Translator was generated in order to clarify the various naming conventions that can apply to a single cleaning product ingredient, so that any user of a cleaning product can access information about the ingredient they are interested in.  Please note that the Translator was developed as a comprehensive cross reference of ingredient names encountered during the Cleaning Product Ingredient Safety Initiative. As…
Spanish Language Resources Arms Child Care Center Employees, Caregivers and Children with Targeted Hygiene Best Practices Download the Toolkit The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched a Spanish version of its C is for Clean: Building Blocks of Healthy Child Care Toolkit providing evergreen, easy-to-understand recommendations on disinfecting, cleaning and hygiene protocols to help keep child care centers safe and healthy. The C is for Clean toolkit…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) celebrated National Cleaning Week (March 27 – April 2) by launching their rebranded blog, which will now be called Cleaning Is Caring. This update (from “Clean & Happy Nest”) reflects a closer alignment of the blog with ACI’s Cleaning Is Caring campaign, an initiative reflecting the shift in consumer perceptions of, and motivations behind, cleaning. Over the last…
Washington, D.C. – September 17, 2018 – The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) issued the following statement in response to a study and related analysis claiming that common household cleaners and disinfectants may be contributing to the risk of children being overweight. The study in question was published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal.  ACI’s statement may be attributed to Richard Sedlak, ACI Executive Vice President,…
Read Press Release Q. Which of the following cleaning tasks do you enjoy doing the most? (Top Ranked Response) 24% Laundry 21% Cleaning countertops 21% Vacuuming 17% Dishes 7% Cleaning Furniture 7% Wiping windows 4% Polishing floors Q. How often, if ever, do you read the instructions on the tag for how to wash your clothes before washing them? 35% All of the time 42% Some of the time 16% Rarely 6% Never Q. Approximately what percentage of…
Cleaning product packaging is essential for the safe transportation and storage of products. Fortunately, detergent bottles and many other cleaning product containers are designed to be remade. We need your help close the loop, reducing and eventually eliminating packaging waste. Recycling Steps: Consider product packaging when purchasing. Look for packaging made with recycled material or if it’s designed to be refillable. You might also consider if…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) issued the following statement in response to speculation about the use of disinfectants in or on one’s body: “Disinfectants are meant to kill germs or viruses on hard surfaces. Under no circumstances should they ever be used on one’s skin, ingested or injected internally. “We remind everyone to please use all hygiene, cleaning and disinfecting products as directed in order to ensure safe, effective and intended use of…
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…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) released the following statement on the election of former Vice President Joseph Biden to be the 46th President of the United States, quoting Melissa Hockstad, ACI President & CEO: “We congratulate Vice President Biden and Senator Harris on their election as the next President and Vice President of the United States of America. “The American Cleaning Institute, representing the cleaning product…