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Data released at a meeting of the standard setting body ASTM International showed the continuing positive impact of its liquid laundry packets voluntary safety standard. The standard aims to decrease incidents among children under the age of six related to liquid laundry packets. An independent study reported a 61% decrease in incident rates for 2018, compared to 2012-13, and the lowest absolute number of incidents since measurement began in 2012-13, continuing a three-year…
How to Read a Cleaning Product Label american cleaning institute® www.cleaninginstitute.org WHAT TO LOOK FOR: CLEANING PRODUCT Directions For Use: Spray surface with solution, scrub as needed, rinse or wipe clean. For tougher stains, spray and allow to sit for 1 minute. CAUTION: Avoid contact with eyes. In case of eye contact flush immediately with water for 15 minutes and consult a physician. If…
Cleaning product packaging is essential for the safe transportation and storage of products. Fortunately, detergent bottles and many other cleaning product containers are designed to be remade. We need your help close the loop, reducing and eventually eliminating packaging waste. Recycling Steps: Consider product packaging when purchasing. Look for packaging made with recycled material…
The origins of personal cleanliness date back to prehistoric times. Since water is essential for life, the earliest people lived near water and knew something about its cleansing properties - at the very least that it rinsed mud off their hands! Fast forward to the Seventh Century when soap making was an established craft in Europe. Soap maker guilds guarded their trade secrets very closely. Vegetable and animal oils were used with ashes of plants, along with fragrances to enhance the
Spanish Language Resources Arms Child Care Center Employees, Caregivers and Children with Targeted Hygiene Best Practices Download the Toolkit The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched a Spanish version of its C is for Clean: Building Blocks of Healthy Child Care Toolkit providing evergreen, easy-to-understand recommendations on disinfecting, cleaning and hygiene protocols to help keep child care centers safe and healthy. The C is for Clean toolkit…
James Kim Named VP, Science & Regulatory Affairs Kathleen Stanton Named Associate VP, Technical & International Affairs Edgar Chavez Named Controller The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced promotions for three of its team members, including two leaders in its scientific and regulatory department. Dr. James Kim, previously Associate Vice President, Science & Regulatory Affairs, is now the Vice President, Science & Regulatory Affairs…
Martha Chapin The following question was asked of 1,777 adults 18+ (664 men and 1,113 women). The independent consumer research study was completed online by Echo Research February 27-March 3, 2013, on behalf of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI). The survey has a margin of error of plus or minus 2.5 percent.How often, if at all, do you or someone in your household engage in spring cleaning? Every year (72%) – up 10% from 2012 Every…
VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL March 26, 2020 Honorable Basil Seggos Commissioner New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 625 Broadway Albany, NY 12233-1010 RE: Cleansing Product Information Disclosure Program Dear Commissioner Seggos: The American Cleaning Institute1 (ACI) has, and will continue to be, an active stakeholder in the Department’s efforts to amend and update New York’s household cleansing product…
June 29, 2022 The Honorable Paul Tonko Chairman Environment & Climate Change Subcommittee U.S. House of Representatives 2125 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable David McKinley Ranking Member Environment & Climate Change Subcommittee U.S. House of Representatives 2125 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Dear Chairman Tonko and Ranking Member McKinley: Thank you for holding the hearing, “No Time to Waste: Solutions for…
With a little preparation, you can be ready to enjoy a stress-free picnic. When preparing or serving food in the great outdoors, there are a few extra steps and considerations that you may not have at home or even in your backyard. Food needs to be stored properly to be safely consumed during your al fresco meal. Spills and stains have more time to set before they can get to the laundry. And you need to be prepared to clean up thoroughly to leave things better than you found…