Cleaning and disinfecting resources for public health – U.S. consumer guidance on how to read cleaning and disinfecting product labels

The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) serves the growth and innovation of the U.S. cleaning products industry by advancing the health and quality of life of people and protecting our planet. With a continued effort in promoting public health and safety, its experts have developed guides on how to effectively read and identify key information on cleaning and disinfecting product labels.
Cleaning product manufacturers are providing more information than ever about what’s in their products. In the wake of high usage of cleaners and disinfectants during the pandemic, it’s equally important that consumers know how to use these products safely and effectively. Product labels contain explicit instructions on how to use a product, but consumers often don’t pay close attention to these use instructions. In this article, we build upon recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and cleaning product manufacturers to help guide consumers and workers on how to identify safety information on a label and appropriately clean and disinfect, whether they be at home, work, school or beyond.