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Join ACI and The Anthesis Group as they discuss the Sustainable Feedstocks Initiative. During the webinar you'll learn more about the top feedstocks for the Cleaning Product industry, their associated risks, alternatives and best practices for sourcing. From research to roll-out, learn how the program was developed, how to use the guidance document, and how to join the initiative! Wed, 02/22/2023 - 13:…
Our 2017 Sustainability Report showcases the steps the cleaning product supply chain is taking to address the industry’s core material issues. By weaving these critical issues into the fabric of our sustainability strategy and reflecting honestly on our progress to date, we hope to set the stage for leadership into the future. Download the Report ACI Member Companies: Demonstrating Sustainability ACI member companies are committed to increasing sustainability and…
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…
ACI CEO Melissa Hockstad Unveils Theme for Industry’s Top Business Event Work on Advancing Sustainability Initiatives, Ingredient Communication Policy Highlighted During ACI State of the Association Address Besides the American Cleaning Institute, ACI will also stand for something else at its 2024 Industry Convention: “Advancing Cleaning Innovation.” Melissa Hockstad, ACI President & CEO, announced the theme for the 2024 Convention during her State…
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 Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may be on the brink of banning safe and effective products, essentially eliminating consumer choice for millions of Americans. Every day, antibacterial soaps are used in homes, offices, schools, child care centers and many other commercial settings. Yet a recent announcement by FDA cast an unrealistically dark picture of this category of products that have been on the shelves for decades. Specifically, FDA issued a final rule governing particular active…
Four executives from leading companies across the cleaning product supply chain were elected to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors: Mike Clark, Vice President, Organics – Sasol Performance Chemicals Charles Crawford, Ph.D., Head of R&D, Laundry and Home Care, North America – Henkel Consumer Goods Inc. Rene Garza, Vice President, Household Care, Americas –&…
Q: I know that hard water can leave mineral deposits that cause spotting on glassware. Does very hard water also inhibit a detergent's ability to dissolve completely? Is the fine powder-like film residue on dishware actually the remains of undissolved detergent?  A: That white deposit is not undissolved detergent. It is a film residue caused by the hard-water minerals that remain after the water has evaporated – the same culprit that causes spotting! To prevent either from…
ACI member social media challenge contributes to nonprofit bringing clean water into underserved communities To celebrate the launch of the American Cleaning Institute’s (ACI) 2022 Sustainability Report, ACI led a social media challenge, ‘Our Future is Clean,’ throughout the month of October. To participate, member companies and their staff posted on Twitter with the hashtag #OurFutureIsClean, sharing images or videos of the actions they’re taking to be more sustainable,…