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Read Press Release Q. How often, if ever, do you or someone in your household engage in spring cleaning? 78% Every year 8% Every other year 5% Every few years 3% Less often than every few years 7% I never spring clean  Q. For which of the following reasons do you not spring clean?  (asked among those who never spring clean)  40% My home doesn’t look dirty 39% I’d rather spend my time doing other things 13% I don’t have enough time   7% I…
ACI is challenging companies in the cleaning products industry and supporting supply chain to align their corporate climate strategy and targets with the 1.5°C ambition, which strives to reach net-zero global emissions by 2050. Seventeen ACI members have already stepped up to the challenge with bold, science-based commitments. These case studies highlight just a few of the ways companies are working to make those commitments a reality…
A stunning 89% of survey respondents think fall cleaning should be a thing, according to a new American Cleaning Institute survey A new blog post has tips for completing fall’s top cleaning tasks A new survey from the American Cleaning Institute unveils a surprising trend: fall is becoming the new spring in terms of home cleaning. An overwhelming 89% of respondents believe that fall cleaning should hold the same importance as spring cleaning, according to a survey conducted by Wakefield…
ACI Distinguished Paper Award Presented at AOCS Annual Meeting Findings can be Used for Screening and Development of New Detergents Research that could be used for screening and developing new detergents based on biomimetic membranes has been recognized as the best paper published in 2021 in the Journal of Surfactants and Detergents. The authors were recognized during the 2022 American Oil Chemists’ Society (AOCS) Annual Meeting, held May 1-4 in Atlanta, Georgia. The Distinguished Paper…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is highlighting updated information on proper reusable bag use and cleaning as more Americans bring their own bags to the store. This comes at a time when eight states have banned disposable bags and some local jurisdictions are charging a fee for their use, encouraging the use of reusable bags. A study from the University of Arizona found that of individuals interviewed who used reusable bags, only 3% of them cleaned their bags on a regular basis and just…
We love fresh fall breezes, but not when it blows dust and grime into our home. Here are some tips for cleaning the entire window, coverings, sills and glass: Window Sills and Frames: Remove dirt and debris. Use a small broom or vacuum window frames and sills to get rid of dust, soot, cobwebs, and dead insects. Wipe plastic or vinyl frames and sills with cleaning wipes. If you use a spray product, be sure to spray the product on cloth, and then use the cloth to only clean the sills and frame…
Bleach is great for sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces as well as keeping clothes and linens clean and bright.Disinfecting with BleachBefore using bleach to disinfect a surface (countertop, bathtub, etc.), read the label instructions carefully. TIP: Consider using bleach after preparing raw chicken or other foods that can become dangerous if not cleaned properly.Create your bleach/water solution (per the label instructions) and let it sit on the surface for about five minutes. TIP: Bleach is…
BackgroundAdvancing Chemical Innovation Through Smart RegulationChemical innovation forms the foundation of most products in society and is key to a growing, vibrant, and sustainable economy, including job creation.ACI supports a risk-based regulatory approach for the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) chemical management process that is practical, timely, and firmly grounded in sound science. This ensures member companies can formulate new innovative products…
Communications & Outreach CommitteeProvides advice and counsel on communication and outreach messages, programs and activities on behalf of the ACI membership. These efforts showcase the value and benefits of cleaning products and their chemistries, inform the public about the safe and proper use of products and demonstrate the industry’s commitment to sustainability.Future Leaders BoardActs as a change agent tasked with keeping ACI on the cutting edge…
This webinar discussed EPA's List-N and the new steps the EPA has taken to allow makers of surface disinfectant products to communicate the efficacy of their products against SARS-CoV-2. Access the slides and recording (Members Only) Thu, 04/30/2020 - 13:00 Thu, 04/30/2020 - 14:00