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OverviewPolyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a water-soluble synthetic polymer used in detergent pods and other applications. It is designed to dissolve in water and biodegrade under typical wastewater treatment and environmental conditions. Scientific and regulatory evaluations show that detergent-grade PVA does not behave like microplastics and does not persist as a solid pollutant in the environment.Key TakeawaysPVA used in cleaning products dissolves in water and does not remain as a solid material…
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 products play an essential role in protecting…
Annual charity event supports global hygiene and community health initiatives as ACI marks a century of industry leadership and impactAs part of its 100th anniversary celebration in 2026, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) hosted its 2026 ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida. In recognition of this centennial milestone, ACI members collectively donated $100,000 to advance access to hygiene, health and clean water.Through a…
41% of Survey Respondents Wash Their Clothes in Hot Water Instead of Cold Despite it Costing an Extra $200 Each YearApril 15 is not just Tax Day, but it’s also National Laundry Day. It is the perfect opportunity to reflect on our laundry habits, especially since 80% of Americans prefer cleaning to doing their taxes, according to the American Cleaning Institute.Why is laundry important? In our latest survey conducted by Wakefield Research - 47% of respondents reported prioritizing doing laundry…
American Cleaning Institute Unveils New Video Highlighting Common Sense Hygiene, Cleaning Practices to Combat Coronavirus
Americans Say They’re Using Soaps, Sanitizers, Wipes More Since Coronavirus Spread
A new poll conducted on behalf of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) finds that despite widespread adoption of increased cleaning and disinfecting practices in light of the COVID-19 outbreak, just over half (58%) of Americans are mindful of washing their hands for at least 20 seconds,…
Association Joins Coalition Efforts Urging Leaders to Ensure Manufacturers Can Maintain Operations
ACI CEO Calls on DOJ, FTC to Take Action Against Price Gougers Exploiting Access to Cleaning Products and Ingredients
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is urging government leaders to recognize critical manufacturing, especially the cleaning product supply chain, as “Essential Infrastructure” during the coronavirus crisis.
ACI joined a coalition of more than 60 associations in calling on…
Officers Re-Elected: IFF’s Wayne Ashton as Chair, Clorox’s Eric Reynolds as Vice Chair
Arxada’s Rick Strittmatter Elected as New Director
Member companies of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) elected a group of top executives to a two-year term to serve on the association’s Board of Directors, while the Board re-elected its slate of officers to a one-year term during the 2022 ACI Convention in Orlando.
The newest member of the Board is Rick Strittmatter, Chief Technology and…
2019 Data Reflects Direct, Indirect and Induced Impacts of Manufacturing and Downstream Distribution
For the First Time, ACI Report Details Industry’s Impact in All 50 States
The combined upstream and downstream economic impact connected to cleaning product manufacturing in the United States helped support nearly $200 billion in annual output and almost 700,000 jobs, according to a new report released by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).
The report, reflecting economic data from 2019,…
Data collection, consumer education, reducing single use plastics and increasing the availability of post-consumer recycled plastics are essential steps in curbing plastic pollution.
EPA should consider the time it takes to transition packaging formats, as well as possible hindrances other EPA regulations could impose on new, more sustainable product formats.
On July 28, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on the Draft…
Leading Cleaning Product Trade Association Congratulates Jessica Ek, Brennan Georgianni, Ana FraisseThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced promotions for team members in its Communications, Government Affairs and Sustainability departments, recognizing their ongoing contributions to its strategic initiatives and advancing ACI’s role as the voice of the cleaning products industry.Jessica Ek – previously Senior Director, Digital Communications – has been promoted to Associate Vice…