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Critical Infrastructure Supply Chain Council April 3, 2020 Office of Governor Greg Abbott P.O. Box 12428 Austin, TX 78711 Governor Abbott: Thank you for your leadership as we face the COVID-19 virus and its impact throughout Texas. As representatives from manufacturing, importing, distribution, supply chain, and labor, we share your desire to ensure public health and safety. Our members are working hard to provide the products, manpower, and raw materials needed during this…
Q: I have a blouse made of 95% cotton that I need to launder. However, the manufacturer’s care label says professional dry clean only. Does the dry clean only tag really mean it? Why can’t I hand wash or put it in the washing machine? A: There are many reasons why your garment might have a "professional dry clean only" care label. Washing might harm the buttons or the trim. Or the dyes might run if the garment is washed. In addition…
Litchfield Middle School Students Promote Lifelong Lessons on Handwashing and Hygiene  "Healthy Schools, Healthy People" Award Given by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Minnesota FCCLA Chapter Teaches 500 Children about Hand Hygiene and the Benefits of Cleaning Products  A group of Minnesota middle-schoolers knows a thing or two about teaching the meaning of…
Consumer Product Ingredient Safety C o n su m er P ro d u ct In g red ien t S afety Exposure and Risk Screening Methods for Consumer Product Ingredients 2nd Edition 2nd Edition E xp o su re an d R isk S creen in g M eth o d s fo r C o n su m er P ro d u ct In g red ien ts Consumer Product Ingredient Safety Exposure and Risk Screening Methods for Consumer Product Ingredients Consumer Product Ingredient Safety Exposure and Risk Screening…
Consumer Product Ingredient Safety C o n su m er P ro d u ct In g red ien t S afety Exposure and Risk Screening Methods for Consumer Product Ingredients 2nd Edition 2nd Edition E xp o su re an d R isk S creen in g M eth o d s fo r C o n su m er P ro d u ct In g red ien ts Consumer Product Ingredient Safety Exposure and Risk Screening Methods for Consumer Product Ingredients Consumer Product Ingredient Safety Exposure and Risk Screening…
In support of ACI’s purpose to advance the health and quality of life of people and protect our planet, we believe it is necessary to strive for a vibrant and sustainable future. To ACI, a vibrant future is one with: Healthy People Cleaning products help people lead healthier lives Flourishing Planet Nature is valued and all Earth’s inhabitants flourish…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) hosted its largest Capitol Hill fly-in event on June 14 for member companies to engage with congressional offices on the need to establish a national standard for cleaning product ingredient communication. As consumers seek more information about their cleaning products, a national labeling standard for cleaning product ingredients would ensure this information is consistent, transparent,…
Surfactants (yellow) cause water to lose surface tension, which is what keeps water separate from other materials Have you ever seen a bead of water sitting on a surface? This is because water has a property called surface tension. This tension causes water to form a bead on the surface of things like glass or fabric. You can see surface tension at work by placing a drop of water onto a counter top. The drop will hold its shape and will not spread. In order to clean the dirt…
Q. My child plays little league baseball, and his socks and uniform get so dirty. What’s the best way to clean them? A. First, pretreat with a prewash stain remover. Look for a stain remover that contains enzymes to remove the grass stains. Then, launder in the hottest water that’s safe for the fabric, using a bleach that’s safe for the fabric. Repeat procedure if necessary. For dirt stains, brush off as much residue as possible. (If the dirt is actually mud, let the…
Spring cleaning is a time-honored American household tradition promoting a boosted mood, better focus, and overall relaxation. Go through our resources below and see how to best optimize your cleaning and organization! Spring Cleaning Planning Spring cleaning can be overwhelming unless you go in with a plan. Whether you want to…