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How does odor neutralization work and how is it different from fragrance? Great question! We asked Sammy Wang, MSE, a senior scientist at Procter & Gamble and here's what she told us: Odor neutralization works by essentially reducing bad scent, which typically involves modifying odor compounds so they no longer smell bad. This can be accomplished in different ways – for example, by trapping the odor, by changing the odor’s chemistry, or…
There has been misinformation spreading alleging adverse health impacts from using dishwashers and dishwashing detergents and rinse aids. These claims use shoddy science and are aimed at scaring consumers. We’re here to answer your questions and set the record straight. Q. Are dishwashers and dishwasher detergents safe? A. Dishwashers and dishwasher detergents are designed to provide you…
Q. My New Year’s resolution is to stop smoking. But how can I make my rugs, furniture and draperies stop smelling like cigarettes? A. Open up the windows and let the fresh air in. For items like throw blankets, pillow covers and curtains that can be laundered, wash them or take them to the drycleaners. Vacuum the floor and carpet, window treatments, upholstery and lamp shades. Then spray fabric refresher on all the fabric surfaces. Smooth surfaces, such as mirrors, floors and…
Can’t-Miss Panel Highlights Commercial Advances in Cleaning Product Supply Chain Speaker Application Deadline for ACI Member Companies: Dec. 1, 2017 Washington, D.C. – November 8, 2017 – Innovative products and chemistries within the cleaning product supply chain will be highlighted at the 2018 American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Annual Meeting & Industry Convention. The Convention, which takes place January 29-February 3,…
American Cleaning Institute Urges Science-Based, Harmonized Approach to Safer Consumer Products Regulation The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) submitted formal comments to the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) regarding the agency’s proposal to list manual dish detergents and shampoos containing 1,4-dioxane at concentrations greater than 1 part per million (ppm) as Priority Products under California’s Safer Consumer Products (…
Q. Our family really loves pumpkin – pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin soup have all been part of our Thanksgiving meal. Inevitably, we get pumpkin stains on our tablecloth and the cloth napkins we reserve for special dinners. How do I get these stains out? Scrape off any excess pumpkin and then flush under cold water to loosen the stain. Pretreat with a prewash stain remover. Launder in the hottest water that's safe for the fabric, using chlorine bleach, if safe for…
As Agency Reviews Quats, ACI Reminds DTSC of Federal Regulation of Topical Antiseptic IngredientsSays DTSC Approach “Needs to be Better Informed” The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) should adopt a risk-based approach to potential regulation of important disinfectant chemicals and pay heed to existing federal regulations governing them, according to comments submitted by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the…
ACI Convention Set for Jan. 29-Feb. 2, Orlando, FL Are you interested in innovations that will enhance the cleaning product supply chain? Join us during the Innovation Showcase at the 2024 American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Annual Meeting & Industry Convention. The Showcase will take place January 31 during ACI’s Convention Week, January 29-February 2 at the Grande Lakes Orlando in Orlando, Florida. The Innovation Showcase – now in its eighth year…
The American Cleaning Institute?s Political Action Committee or "ACI PAC" was established by the ACI Board of Directors to support federal candidates for office and facilitate their engagement with ACI members. Our PAC is focused on supporting federal lawmakers who are aligned with our mission and committed to supporting the