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The American Cleaning Institute is listening to families and communities who want to know more about the ingredients in their cleaning products. For moms and dads who want to know more than ever before about the products they use, SmartLabel is the digital shopping tool/app that gives access to timely updates on products across more store aisles and with more information than could ever fit standard labels. It’s the trusted information you’re looking for to help make the right choices for your…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) welcomed 19 new member companies, strengthening its leadership role in representing the cleaning product supply chain. “Whether its offering prime business-to-business meeting opportunities at the ACI Convention or delivering value in the regulatory, advocacy, sustainability, scientific and marketplace arenas, ACI is proud these companies are now part of the home of the cleaning products industry,” said Melissa Hockstad, President & CEO. The new…
Kao Corporation Scientists Honored With ACI Distinguished Paper Award Research Article Recognized as Best 2016 Paper in Journal of Surfactants & Detergents Millions of consumers love the "softness" of their clothing after using liquid fabric softeners. Scientists from the Kao Corporation in Japan have unlocked the mechanism describing how these products work effectively on cloths and yarns, which could pave the way to more effective softening products. Their research was…
Scott Tuchinsky, Business Head, Consumer Care North America, Croda, Inc., is the newest member of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors. Mr. Tuchinsky was elected by the ACI Board during its meeting in Washington, D.C. “Scott’s long history working within the cleaning product supply chain adds to the breadth, depth and expertise that makes our Board leadership so strong and impactful,” said Melissa Hockstad, ACI President & CEO. The American Cleaning Institute® (…
Ronald Birnbaum, Vice President, Base Ingredients, Evonik Corporation, is the newest member of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors. Birnbaum was elected during the Board’s meeting at ACI’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. “We continue to add in-depth, senior-level industry knowledge and expertise to our Board of Directors, which strengthens our ability to navigate the critical priorities of the global cleaning product supply chain,” said Melissa Hockstad, ACI President…
Jillaine Dellis, Vice President – Sustainability & Industry Affairs, Henkel Corporation, is the newest member of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors. Ms. Dellis was elected by the ACI Board at its recent meeting in Washington, D.C. “ACI’s Board of Directors brings together the leading companies from across the global cleaning product supply chain, which enables us to effectively and advocate on their behalf year-round,” said Melissa Hockstad, ACI President &…
Here's a few tips that will make sure you get the best flavors from your wines and keep your wine glasses sparkling clean. Cleaning Wine Glasses Yes, you can put most wine glasses in the dishwasher. Be sure to use a delicate wash cycle, skip the heated drying cycle and space glasses so they won't hit each other and possibly chip or break. The best long-term results, though, come from washing special glassware by hand. Follow these tips to avoid chips and spots:…
Freshen Your Winter Wear! Depending on how winter clothes were stored, they can resurface with wrinkles or even a musty smell. Read on for tips on freshening up clothes so you can look your best this winter. Get Rid of That Musty Smell: After taking clothes out of storage, wash them in hot water or take them to the dry cleaner before wearing them. You can also tackle stubborn musty smells by adding white vinegar, borax, or baking soda while washing. Remove Wrinkles: Ironing clothes before…
New Directors Elected to Two-Year Term Four executives joined the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors during the 2024 ACI Industry Convention in Orlando, FL. New Directors elected to a two-year term on the Board include: Parthiv Amin, Senior Vice President, Care Chemicals North America, BASF Corporation Deb Fiddelke, Vice President, Global Public Affairs, SC Johnson Stephan Habif, Chief Technology Officer, Colgate-Palmolive Erik Roberts, Senior Vice President, Global…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors elected three new members to its ranks at its virtual 2021 Mid-Year Meeting.  The new Directors include: Zoë Baldwin, General Manager – Base Chemicals Americas, Shell Chemical LP  Diego Ruiz, Vice President – Global Government Relations, SC Johnson  Joseph Schwalbach, Vice President – Downstream Derivatives, Indorama Ventures Integrated Oxides and Derivatives The executives were elected to fill vacancies…