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FTC Reverses Course on Repeal of Fabric Care Labels

Today's decision overturns July 2020 vote that would have removed the consumer protection that had been in place since 1971.

07.21.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

Seventh Generation Appoints Alison Whritenour as CEO

Joey Bergstein will remain a member of the Seventh Generation Social Mission Board.

07.20.21

KLK OLEO PALMFONATE MES for Laundry Detergent

PALMFONATE Methyl Ester Sulphonate (MES) is an anionic surfactant derived from renewable feedstocks

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EWG Verified Products Added To Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly List

Cosmetics and more added to retailer’s more sustainable products roster.

07.13.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Packaging | Packaging

American Cleaning Institute Promotes Childhood Safety

At PrevCon 2021 (July 12-16), ACI will highlight product and packaging innovations designed to help prevent unintentional child injuries.

07.08.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Polymers | Surfactants

Cleaning Industry Combats Climate Change

Formulators and their suppliers commit to the American Cleaning Institute’s 1.5°C Challenge.

Online Exclusives Tom Branna, Editorial Director 07.08.21

Laundry Care

Ecolab Patents Textile Washing Method

US Patent No. 10,995,305 B2.

07.01.21

Hair Care | Laundry Care | OTC/Medicated | Skin Care | Sun Care

What You're Reading on Happi.com

The most-viewed news on Happi.com for the week ended June 26, 2021.

06.27.21

P&G’s Tide Is the First Laundry Detergent for Space

To begin stain removal testing with wipes and pens on International Space Station in 2022.

Online Exclusives Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 06.22.21

One in Three Americans Still Practice Unsafe Storage of Laundry Products

For National Safety Month in June, American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is urging consumers to store liquid laundry packets in original packaging.

Online Exclusives Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 06.17.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

Lemi Shine Grows Its Brand By Making Natural Cleaning Products Accessible

After the pandemic surge, Lemi Shine plans to keep growing its presence in the home cleaning by offering products that are affordable and performance-driven.

Online Exclusives Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 06.15.21

Procter & Gamble Dominates NPD During Pandemic

Downy Infusions Scents, Gain Blissful Breeze and Tide Heavy Duty 10X are among IRI 2020 Pacesetters.

06.12.21

P&G Is Positioned for Inflation Challenges

Procter & Gamble Vice Chairman and COO Jon Moeller tells investors it has winning products and strategies in post-Covid world.

06.10.21

Hair Care | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Unilever Rethinks the Work Environment

Leena Nair, the company’s chief human resources officer, explains how the pandemic reshaped business.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 06.06.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Polymers | Surfactants

Cleaning Products Industry Commits to Battling Climate Change

Members of the American Cleaning Institute join the ACI's Climate Change Challenge.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.10.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

Dow Commits to Carbon Neutrality by 2050

Joins the American Cleaning Institute's Climate Challenge.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.10.21

Unilever and Croda Study Unrecovered Polymers in Liquid Formulations

New task force initiated by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.06.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

Trade Groups Seek Clarification on NYSDEC 1,4-Dioxane Waiver Process

American Cleaning Institute, Household & Commercial Products Association call for consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic in the timeline.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.05.21

The Honest Company Raises $413 Million in IPO

The company has a market value of $1.45 billion based on the outstanding shares listed in its SEC filings.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.05.21

Laundry Care

Detergent Pods Not Welcome on the Quad?

May 1 was decision day for my college-bound student. But when it comes to sending her to campus prepared to do laundry, I’m still undecided.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 05.05.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Oral Care

Colgate's Q1 Sales Rise 6%

Sales in Asia-Pacific rise more than 16% as global leadership in toothpaste and toothbrushes continues.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.30.21

Unilever Establishes Elida Beauty

Spin-off includes Q-Tips, Caress, Tigi, Timotei, Impulse and MonSavon.

Toom Branna, Editorial Director 04.30.21

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Laundry Care | Surfactants

US Economy Grows 6.4% in Q1

But supply bottlenecks and material shortages curb gains.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.29.21

The Honest Company Seeks $1.5B IPO

Jessica Alba's company will list on Nasdaq under "HNST" with shares priced $14-17.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.26.21

Hair Care | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Oral Care | Skin Care

P&G Emphasizes Small Actions at Home To Be More Sustainable

New campaign looks to close the gap between consumer intention and action.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.16.21

Reckitt Seeks Germ-Killing Innovations

Teams up with Halo to accelerate new product development.

Online Exclusives Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.15.21

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Laundry Care | Personal Cleansers | Surfactants

Videobite: Innospec's Answer to the 1,4-Dioxane Problem

Amanda Deaner, technical manager, personal care, explains that Innospec's surfactants for home and personal care are well below the <1ppm limit.

Videos Tom Branna, Editorial Director

The Honest Company Files for IPO

Household and personal products maker said sales jumped over 27% last year.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.11.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

P&G’s New Vinegar-Powered 9 Elements Cleaning Line Tackles Hard Water Issues

New homecare range puts an end to DIY remedies.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.06.21

Laundry Care

Tide Encourages Everyone to #TurnToCold

Highlights the benefits of washing clothes on cold.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.05.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

Scott’s Liquid Gold Reports Strong 2020 Operating Results

The company improved net sales despite challenges related to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.30.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

ACI Marks National Cleaning Week with #KnowTheLabel

Resource helps consumers better understand cleaning product labels.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.29.21

BASF Sets Ambitious Climate Change Goals

Journey to climate neutrality includes net zero emissions by 2050.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.26.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Packaging | Surfactants

Keeping Up with the Cleaning

Safely household cleaning line debuts from Kris Jenner, Chrissy Teigen and Emma Grede.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.25.21

Color Cosmetics | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Skin Care

Amway Cutting Workforce and Shifting Manufacturing

Plans to combine personal products and skin care production to one site, outsource home care, according to reports.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.22.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Packaging

It's Poison Prevention Week

Home care industry keeps packets up and much more.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.21.21

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

P&G Is Top Advertiser

Demand for household cleaners drives ad spending.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.21.21

Actives | Disinfectants | Functional Ingredients | Laundry Care | Surfactants

Better Homes & Gardens' Best of Home Cleaners

Procter & Gamble, Clorox, SC Johnson and Dropps make the best of the best list.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.13.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

P&G's Supply Chain Strategies

Procter & Gamble and Brenntag North America executives provide details on the lessons they’ve learned during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Online Exclusives Tom Branna , Editorial Director 03.11.21

Laundry Care

Arm & Hammer Sponsors ‘Your Hour, Her Power’ Campaign

Donates $60,000 to support international non-profit Dress for Success.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.11.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

Watch: ACI's Duck Fashion Show Raises $23K for Clean The World Foundation

Annual charity race shifted gears to virtual event this year.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.11.21

BASF Signs Biosurfactant Agreements with Allied Carbon Solutions and Holiferm

Collaborations to develop glycolipids and sophorolipids for home and personal care and I&I.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.10.21

Functional Ingredients | Laundry Care | Surfactants

ACI Is Front & Center During the Pandemic

The American Cleaning Institute is working at the Federal, state and local levels to ensure the needs of its members and consumers are met during COVID-19.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.02.21