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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brian Sansoni, SDA – 202-680-9327 Scott Openshaw, GMA – 202-295-3957 Gretchen Schaefer, CSPA – 202-872-8100 Washington, DC (October 6, 2009) – Before a historic conference on modernizing the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976, the Consumer Specialty Products Association (CSPA), Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) and The Soap and Detergent Association (SDA) today offered eight building blocks to help guide the development of…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and several association allies submitted comments to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) regarding the agency’s guidelines for manufacturers seeking to comply with a law limiting the amount of 1,4-dioxane that can be present in household cleansing, personal care, and cosmetic products sold or offered for sale in-state. ACI, joined by the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC),…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA), Consumer Brands Association (CBA), and Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) submitted comments to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) regarding the draft “Method Performance Criteria” (draft/MPC). The draft MPC provides guidance on what test methods are acceptable for…
You teach them to read. You teach them to look both ways before crossing the street … and to be kind to others, and to brush their teeth before bed. But have you taught your kids how to do the dishes? Cleaning up after oneself is an important life skill – something that every child should learn, not just to endear themselves to future roommates or spouses, but to feel like a contributing member of the family unit. Children may grumble at first, but ultimately…
Table 9. Antibacterial MIC ranges for all isolates tested for susceptibility to TCC and TCS User Group TCC (ppm) TCS (ppm) CNS Non-users 0.0117-0.750 0.120-2.020 TCC-users 0.0234-0.750 0.004-2.020 TCS-users 0.0117-0.750 0.008-2.020 SA Non-users 0.0469-0.1875 0.510-2.020 TCC-users 0.0029-0.1875 0.120-1.010 TCS-users 0.0469-0.1875 1.010-2.020 Investigation of Antibiotic and Antibacterial Resistance in Staphylococcus from the Skin of Users…
Environmental and Human Safety of Major Surfactants Volume 1. Anionic Surfactants Part 4. Alpha Olefin Sulfonates Final Report To: The Soap and Detergent Association 475 Park Avenue South New York, New York 10016 August 1993 Environmental and Human Safety of Major Surfactants Volume 1. Anionic Surfactants Part 4. Alpha Olefin Sulfonates Final Report To: The Soap and Detergent Associatio n 475 Pari< Avenue South New York, New York 10016 August 1993…
Ahead of Cold and Flu Season, ACI Reminds Americans to Remain Vigilant and Maintain Healthy Habits with Proper Hand Hygiene For Global Handwashing Day Oct. 15, ACI Provides Dedicated Webpage with Key Handwashing Tips and Resources to Help Curb the Spread of Viruses and Germs As we commemorate Global Handwashing Day on October 15, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) reports a 14-percentage point decline in frequent handwashing since the start of the…
© 2007 The Soap and Detergent Association. All Rights Reserved. Benthic Community Structure and Surfactants in the Trinity River Presented to The Soap and Detergent Association Surfactants in Sediments Task Force Prepared by University of North Texas Institute of Applied Sciences Samuel Atkinson, David Johnson, James Kennedy, Jaime Slye, and Barney Venables Final Report March 2, 2007 2 Executive Summary The…
Whether your grill is the centerpiece of an outdoor kitchen or a small hibachi, a clean grill just works better. With a few tools and a little work, you’ll be ready to barbeque again. It’s always helpful to check the owner's manual for specific instructions on cleaning your grill.&nbsp; After Each Use The key to a clean grill is to be diligent about cleaning it immediately after each use, rather than waiting until you’re ready to start cooking.…
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; “With a severe flu season underway and the threat of a global pandemic, it’s important to avoid confusion among parents and other consumers that would prevent them from using the very disinfectants that are proven to effectively kill germs and therefore protect public health during times like these.” The…