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SOAPS AND DETERGENTS:
IN VITRO EYE IRRITATION TESTS
APRIL 4, 1994
PREPARED BY:
Mildred. S. Christian, Ph.D., ATS
President
and
Robert M. Diener, D.V.M.
Consultant
SOAPS AND DETERGENTS: IN VITRO EYE IRRITATION TESTS
Introduction
For almost 50 years the Draize eye irritation test (Draize, 1944) has been the accepted…
In a letter to President Joe Biden, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) outlined several policy priorities to “help ensure and enhance the availability of critical products and chemistries for the American people.”
ACI’s goal “remains to ensure delivery of finished cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting products critical to combating the novel coronavirus to market and increasing the supply of ingredients to accomplish this goal,” wrote Melissa Hockstad, ACI President and CEO. “ACI member…
January 20, 2021
Students Will Explore the Science of Product Formulation April 7-8 in DC
ACI Booth Supports New STEM Website, Exploration Clean
Washington, DC, April 2, 2018 – A simple activity will demonstrate how chemistry is essential for creating consumer products – specifically liquid hand soaps – at the American Cleaning Institute’s (ACI) booth during the USA Science & Engineering Festival April 7-8 in Washington, D.C.
Designed to inspire the next generation of…
May 6, 2019
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…
May 17, 2023
If you have the Owner's Manual, follow the cleaning instructions. If you don't have the Manual, just follow these easy steps:
INTERIOR
(note: do this before going to the grocery store for your weekly shopping)
Unplug the fridge and slide a coil brush under the unit’s kick plate to remove dust.
Empty the contents of the entire fridge. Toss anything past its prime.
Remove the drawers and scrub with a sponge, warm water and liquid dish soap.
Spray the (now empty) interior with a…
February 8, 2019
The American Cleaning Institute suggests these tips for more sustainable and better living:
Simply Sustainable
Avoid Wasting Product:
Read labels and use the recommended amount of cleaning product.
Use cleaning products until they are finished, to reduce unnecessary waste.
Reduce Water and Energy Used:
Turn off the water tap between tasks.
When doing your laundry or running the dish washer, wash full loads.
Choose a lower water temperature when…
December 5, 2018
Q. I love my dog, but don’t always love the smell that seems to take over my home. How can I ensure that it’s just my dog that greets guests at the door, and not an odor?
A. The dog days of summer, don't mean that your house has to smell like a dog - or a cat for that matter. You can take these steps to help minimize any smells:
Wash your pet food and water dishes daily
Protect the furniture with a towel or washable blanket or throw
Use a fabric refresher on upholstery…
March 11, 2019
Duck race enthusiasts flock each year to the JW Marriott’s Lazy River for the Charity Duck Race, sponsored by Shell Chemical LP. Decorated ducks "swim" down the Lazy River towards the finish line with their cheer squad on the sidelines, raising money for the WASH Foundation.
Purchase a Duck…
January 29, 2019
The key to a clean house is finding a system that works for you and your schedule. What worked before you had kids may need some modifications. And empty nesters may have a busier schedule than before the days of carpools and kids sports.
Cluttered Kitchen? Just Say No
It’s tempting to let the dishes "soak" while you relax after dinner, but you have to do them anyway so why wait. Put the dishes in the…
February 8, 2019
Social Media Blogs, Videos Portray Unsafe Use of Cleaning Products
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) issued the following safety reminder in the wake of news reports on social media videos portraying individuals ingesting powder detergents and additives:
“Powdered detergent and additives are only intended to clean clothes and other surfaces and have been safely used by consumers for decades.
“Although safe when used as directed, the intentional misuse of…
July 25, 2023