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February 14, 2013

News and information on the cleaning products industry

Business Update

Parade names cleaners, detergents as top products of the year
Dial Triple Moisture Body Wash, All Mighty Pacs and Surf Liquid Laundry Detergent were recognized as some of Parade magazine's products of the year. The magazine cites concentrated laundry detergents as one way products have gone green. PARADE (2/10), PARADE (2/13)

P&G's 40/20/10 focus
Procter & Gamble has since June been promoting a program that concentrates on its 40 biggest category/country combinations, 20 biggest innovations and 10 most lucrative emerging markets. P&G faces myriad challenges despite its size and breadth, write Jennifer Reingold and Doris Burke. CNNMoney/Fortune (2/8)

Science and Policy

Hand-washing, hand sanitizer good to fight colds, flu
The American Cleaning Institute's Brian Sansoni says hygiene products can be effective weapons against colds and the flu. "Soap and water are No. 1," he says. "Hand sanitizers are a very effective additional tool." WebMD (2/8)

State regulation a concern for the cleaning industry
States are expected to be active in pursuing ingredient-disclosure and chemical-management requirements that could affect the industry. Confidential business information and trade secrets "are under attack on several fronts," said Brian Del Buono, an executive and general counsel with The Sun Products. Chemical Week (subscription required) (2/8)

Sustainability

How one CEO made a tough decision to maintain consumer trust
When Edward Harness was CEO of Procter & Gamble, he chose to withdraw a product that some consumers worried was related to an ailment known as toxic shock syndrome, according to current CEO Bob McDonald. "If your company is an institution, based on trust with the consumer, you can't take the risk," explained McDonald, who emphasized the importance of doing the right thing for consumers. American City Business Journals/Cincinnati/Cincy Biz Blog (2/8)

Unilever eyes sustainability as an agent of change
Unilever's sustainability achievements include having Small & Mighty be a pioneer in liquid detergent that was highly concentrated and more sustainable. By the end of 2011, 64% of the company's palm oil acquisitions came from sustainable sources, and it promotes sound water use and sanitation. HAPPI magazine (2/2013)

ACI News

Behind the label: Fragrance science and safety
Fragrance is used in a variety of everyday products ranging from household and personal care products to fine fragrances, home fragrance, cleaning products, hand soaps, laundry products and air fresheners. Go to ACI's website to read about the extensive testing and safety standards behind the fragrances in your favorite products.

Check out the new ACI Member Sustainability Showcase
Find out how cleaning product makers and suppliers are contributing to sustainability via ACI's new Sustainability Showcase. Here you can find links to ACI member company sustainability reports, statements and activities. For more information, contact Melissa Bernardo.

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