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WASHINGTON, Aug. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Media reports and analysis of a new research paper are distorting the real world safety and everyday use of the antibacterial ingredient triclosan based on faulty comparisons to overdosed test subjects, according to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI). ACI expressed disappointment in the researchers' publicity campaign - calling for unnecessary restrictions on the oft-tested ingredient - that cross the line into straight advocacy...
Cleaning Products Are Used Safely and Effectively Millions of Times Every Day, Says ACI Despite Interest Group Scare Tactics, Consumers Can Continue to Take Confidence in Safe Use of Beneficial Products Fact-Based Information on Cleaning Product Safety Available at www.cleaninginstitute.org/clean_living/ WASHINGTON, April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Cleaning Institute® (ACI, formerly The Soap and Detergent Association) today expressed disappointment with...
ACI Survey: 12% Only Sometimes, Rarely or Never Seal Containers Immediately After Use WASHINGTON, March 15, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- When millions of Americans do the laundry every week, one in ten forgets to take an important safety step - closing that container of detergent after use. As 2012 commemorates the 50th anniversary of National Poison Prevention Week (March 18-22), the American Cleaning Institute® (ACI - www.cleaninginstitute.org) reminds consumers about safe...
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Ernie Rosenberg, President & CEO of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI - formerly The Soap and Detergent Association) recently announced the following promotions within the organization: Richard Sedlak, Senior Vice President, Technical and International Affairs, to Executive Vice President, Technical and International Affairs. Rich started at the then-SDA in 1977. Nancy Bock, Vice President, Meetings and Education, to...
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Attorney Joanne Thelmo, whose distinguished legal career includes significant experience in the non-profit, corporate and government arenas, has joined the American Cleaning Institute (ACI - www.cleaninginstitute.org) as Vice President and General Counsel. Ms. Thelmo's previous positions include General Counsel and Senior Vice President at the National Community Pharmacists Association; Senior Business Affairs Attorney at the...
--Darci Ferrer Joins ACI as Science Program Coordinator --Ugur Usumi Named Director, Information Technology WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Cleaning Institute (ACI - www.cleaninginstitute.org) added depth to its scientific and information technology expertise with two new appointments: Darci Ferrer as Science Program Coordinator and Ugur Usumi as Director, Information Technology. Ms. Ferrer joins ACI from Loyola University of Maryland in Baltimore, where...
New Site Provides Science-Based, Informed Perspective on Safe, Beneficial Use of Antibacterial Soaps, Ingredients WASHINGTON, April 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Consumers, researchers and regulators have a new website at their fingertips for fact-based, meaningful information on antibacterial soaps and ingredients: FightGermsNow.com. The site is a joint project of the American Cleaning Institute® (ACI, formerly The Soap and Detergent Association) and the Personal Care Products...
-- Cleaning Product Labels Provide Specific Information on Safety, Usage, Storage -- Do-it-Yourself Recipes Often Come Without Safety Assurances WASHINGTON, March 18, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- When it comes to the safety of make-your-own cleaning products, you're on your own. National Poison Prevention Week (March 20-26, 2011) serves as an important reminder that keeping the home safe for children and pets is a year-round responsibility, according to the American Cleaning...
American Cleaning Institute Reiterates Benefits, Safety of Antibacterial Soap Ingredient WASHINGTON, Dec. 1, 2010 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Research claiming that young people are "overexposed" to antibacterial soap doesn't reflect real-world usage of a proven, beneficial product used safely and effectively on a daily basis, according to the American Cleaning Institute(®) (ACI - formerly The Soap and Detergent Association). (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100616/DC21903LOGO)...
Statistics on Unintended Exposures Reiterate Critical Importance of Proper Use, Storing Products "Up and Away" WASHINGTON, Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Research compiling statistics on injuries from misuse of household cleaning products reiterates a major message for parents: the most important information on the product label is the safety and usage information. The American Cleaning Institute(SM) (ACI - formerly The Soap and Detergent Association) responded today to interpretations...
