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The body of scientific evidence currently available indicates that the use of antibacterial products does not give rise to superbugs. Superbugs are bacteria types that have become resistant to the antiseptics and antibiotic agents which were designed to eliminate them. Consequently, superbugs are known to cause infections which are difficult to control. It is generally accepted that the overuse and misuse of antibiotics has given rise to the…
Findings Indicate that a European Model for Predicting Environmental Concentrations for Alkyl Sulfates is Overly Conservative Article Published in Environmental Sciences Europe A European Union model used to predict the environmental exposure of a major detergent ingredient is overly conservative and “significantly overestimates” effluent concentrations, new research shows. A study co-authored by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI), “Comparing the…
Findings Indicate that Antiseptic Compounds Are Unlikely to Cause Adverse Ecological Impacts Risk Analysis Framework May Be Adapted for Other Ingredients That Reach the Environment Through Down-the-Drain Pathways Article Published in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry The use of three topical antiseptic compounds – benzalkonium chloride (BAC), benzethonium chloride (BZT) and chloroxylenol (PCMX) – has increased due to the phase-out of other antimicrobial ingredients (…
ACI member manufacturers are actively conducting studies and working with the FDA to reinforce the safety and efficacy of these products  The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) refuted recent comments made by activist groups challenging the safety and effectiveness of lawfully marketed antibacterial soaps and ingredients.   Contrary to the assertions raised by these groups, led by the Green Science Policy Institute in comments to the Food and Drug…
In a nutshell, antibacterial disinfectants help kill germs on the surfaces in our homes. They’re pretty easy to recognize because their labels say they disinfect, kill bacteria or sanitize.
f UANAG£RS V _ f ^ CtSiGftfaSCOKSULTANTS THE IMPACT OF DISPOSING HOUSEHOLD CLEANING PRODUCTS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS Prepared for THE SOAP AND DETERGENT ASSOCIATION New York, New York 10016 26 March 1996 Daniel E. Edwards, Ph.D. Date Project Manager Prepared by ROY F. WESTON, INC. Fate and Effect Laboratory 254 Welsh Pool Road Lionville, Pennsylvania 19341-1345 Work Order Number 05821-005-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Title Page 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1…
f UANAG£RS V _ f ^ CtSiGftfaSCOKSULTANTS THE IMPACT OF DISPOSING HOUSEHOLD CLEANING PRODUCTS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS Prepared for THE SOAP AND DETERGENT ASSOCIATION New York, New York 10016 26 March 1996 Daniel E. Edwards, Ph.D. Date Project Manager Prepared by ROY F. WESTON, INC. Fate and Effect Laboratory 254 Welsh Pool Road Lionville, Pennsylvania 19341-1345 Work Order Number 05821-005-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Title Page 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1…
AGAINST DISEASE The Impact of Hygiene and Cleanliness on Health The Soap and Detergent Association AG AIN ST D ISEA SE T h e Im p a ct o f H ygien e a n d C lea n lin ess o n H ea lth A iello/Larson/Sedlak The Soap and Detergent Association �� © 2006 The Soap and Detergent Association ��� © 2006 The Soap and Detergent Association AGAINST DISEASE The Impact of Hygiene and Cleanliness on Health Allison E. Aiello, PhD, MS,…
Agency Defers Rulemaking, ACI Continues to Provide Safety, Efficacy Data on Five Key Antibacterial Ingredients Washington, D.C. – December 19, 2017 – The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) issued the following statement in response to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) final rule governing the use of antibacterial ingredients in healthcare antiseptic products, including soaps, hand washes and rubs:…
2019 Sustainability Report Unveils New Strategy: Calls for Increased Transparency, Emission Reductions, Greater Support for Nature The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched its 2019 Sustainability Report, which details its new strategy calling on the cleaning products industry to take bolder, collective action to achieve a cleaner world.  Grounded in the key aspirations we all have for our society, ACI’s…