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iSTREEM® is a free, web-based GIS-model that estimates the concentration of a chemical that go down the drain and residual levels that subsequently enter the aquatic environment.
This publicly available tool can be used to enhance researchers’ understanding of water quality by estimating chemical concentrations in wastewater treatment plant effluent, surface waters and at many drinking water intakes at…
21 January 2021
Emily Dominiak
Project Lead
Bureau of Waste Reduction and Recycling
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12233-7253
(via email: 1-4D.HCPCCproducts@dec.ny.gov)
RE: 1,4-Dioxane Limits for Household Cleansing, Personal Care, and Cosmetic Products
Dear Ms. Dominiak:
The American Cleaning Institute® (ACI)1 is pleased to provide the following comments regarding
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (NYS DEC’s) implementation of
rules to…
Environmental and Human Safety of Major Surfactants
Volume I. Anionic Surfactants
Part 3. Alkyl Sulfates
Final Report To:
The Soap and Detergent Association
475 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10016
February 1991
Arthur D. Little, Inc.
Acorn Park
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02140·2390
Reference 65913
Table of Contents
Synopsis
I. INTRODUCTION
BIBLIOGRAPHY
II. CHEMISTRY
A. Product Chemistry
B. Analytical Methods
BIBLIOGRAPHY
III. BIODEGRADATION…
How To Clean to Get Your House Ready for Sale!
Tips for Getting It Buyer-Ready
When a house is for sale, the goal is to make it as attractive as possible to potential buyers. The most cost-efficient way to spruce up the home is to clean it thoroughly. Here's how to clean your house from top to bottom fast.
Getting Rid of Clutter
Many potential buyers may not see past dirt and clutter. If the house is…
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 manufacturers to use to determine whether…
Life changes when a baby arrives, and it can be hard for new parents to feel prepared to navigate it all. Most expecting parents feel less than completely prepared to use cleaning products properly and safely around a new baby. The Clean First Steps: A Guide for New Parents toolkit is designed to provide guidance on the cleaning and hygiene best practices that can help keep babies and young children safe and healthy. Explore the different elements of the…
July 11, 2013
Honorable John Shimkus Honorable Paul Tonko
Chairman Ranking Member
Environment and the Economy Subcommittee Environment and the Economy Subcommittee
Committee on Energy and Commerce Committee on Energy and Commerce
United States House of Representatives United States House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515 Washington, DC 20515
RE: Subcommittee Hearing on the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
Dear Chairman…
Today is the perfect time to stop and think about your laundry routine. We have tips for how to get clothes clean as well as advice to make sure you’re practicing safe laundry habits, particularly around liquid laundry packets and bleach. If single-load liquid laundry packets are your go-to, always keep them safely away from children, out of reach or locked in cabinets and drawers…
OECD SIDS LINEAR ALKYLBENZENE SULFONATE (LAS)
UNEP PUBLICATIONS 1
FOREWORD INTRODUCITON
LINEAR ALKYLBENZENE SULFONATE (LAS)
1322-98-1 Decylbenzene sulfonic acid, sodium salt
25155-30-0 Dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid, sodium salt
26248-24-8 Tridecylbenzene sulfonic acid, sodium salt
27636-75-5 Undecylbenzene sulfonic acid, sodium salt
68081-81-2 C10-16 Monoalkylbenzene sulfonic…
Please see answers to some of the commonly asked questions below.
Product Safety
Q: Is it safe to mix cleaning products together?
A: Never mix cleaning products, as the ingredients can react to form a toxic gas. It’s important to always use products as directed on the product label.
Q: Is it safe to use disinfectant…