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Findings provide a baseline for robust long-term assessment of 1,4-dioxane in commercial products
Article published in Journal of Surfactants and Detergents
A new study co-authored by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) assesses the methodologies to measure a manufacturing byproduct that’s subject to restrictive rules in jurisdictions like New York State.
Legislators there passed a law in 2020 that limits the concentration of…
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By Electronic Mail May 6, 2020
President Donald J. Trump
The White House
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Washington, DC 20500
Dear President Trump:
America’s critical infrastructure workers are on the front lines in the fight against
COVID-19. Across the United States, doctors, nurses, food production and
manufacturing employees, truckers,…
American Cleaning Institute Praises Draft Proposal on Cleaning Product Ingredient Transparency
Proposal Would Create National Standard for Cleaning Product Ingredient Labeling On-Pack and Online
ACI: “Consumers Have a Right to Know, Understand and Trust” What’s in their Products
The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce is discussing a legislative proposal that would establish – for the first time – a federal standard for ingredient…
1 L U B R I I C A B I N G G R E A S E S
FATTY ACIDS IMPROVE UNIFORMITY
Soap composition can make or break a lubricating
grease. However, the full effect of the fatty acid com-
ponents upon grease performance is not yet scientifi-
cally defined. Many practical findings about fats and
fatty acids guide the greasemaker, but they do not
show up consistently in purchase specifications for
these materials, even when intended for use in the
same type of…
Join ACI and The Anthesis Group as they discuss the Sustainable Feedstocks Initiative. During the webinar you'll learn more about the top feedstocks for the Cleaning Product industry, their associated risks, alternatives and best practices for sourcing. From research to roll-out, learn how the program was developed, how to use the guidance document, and how to join the initiative!
Wed, 02/22/2023 - 13:00
Wed, 02/22/2023 - 14:00
Research Shows Method to be Precise, Accurate
Article published in Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, co-authored by American Cleaning Institute
A new study co-authored by the American Cleaning Institute is showcasing a new method to evaluate exceedingly low levels of 1,4-dioxane precisely and accurately in finished cleaning products. The research, “A novel protocol for quantitative determination of 1,4-dioxane in finished cleaning…
Routine appliance maintenance can save homeowners money on energy bills and repairs
ACI provides resources for cleaning and maintenance best practices for home appliances
Statistics Recap Here
More than one-third of Americans (36%) are not familiar with manufacturer recommendations for cleaning and maintaining their home appliances, such as refrigerators, HVAC systems, or washers and dryers, according to findings released by the American Cleaning Institute…
Environmental and Human Safety of Major Surfactants
Volume I. Anionic Surfactants
Part 2. Alcohol Ethoxy 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…
Findings Indicate that a European Model for Predicting Environmental Concentrations for Alkyl Sulfates is Overly Conservative
Article Published in Environmental Sciences Europe
A European Union model used to predict the environmental exposure of a major detergent ingredient is overly conservative and “significantly overestimates” effluent concentrations, new research shows.
A study co-authored by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI), “Comparing the…
Q. What changes, if any, have you made to your hand hygiene practices since learning about the novel coronavirus or COVID-19 outbreak?
78% I wash my hands with soap and water more frequently.
58% I am more mindful about washing my hands for at least 20 seconds.
46% I use hand sanitizer more often.
10% I have not made any changes to my hand hygiene practices.
Q. What hygiene or cleaning products have you used more of since learning about the…