Proposed rules by the FDA could remove antibacterial soaps and body washes from store shelves which may lead to more than $38 billion in health care costs annually.
The American Cleaning Institute and the Personal Care Products Council have responded to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) proposed rule governing antibacterial soaps and washes, reaffirming its safety and efficacy and applauding the...
The American Cleaning Institute has issued a reminder to consumers that antibacterial ingredient triclosan, used in personal care and hand-hygiene products, has a track record of being safe and effective.
The Cosmetics Toiletry and Fragrance Association and the Soap and
Detergent Association have defended anti-bacterial soaps after US
health experts claimed that such products were no more effective
than regular soap and water.