Science & ResearchACC is investing in research to improve understanding of how chemicals impact health and the environment.
CPTD Panel GroupsThe Chemical Products and Technology Division (CPTD) represents more than 80 self-funded, chemical-specific groups focused on the business of chemistry.
Mar 18, 2020Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource CenterView activities underway by the chemical industry and to help provide resources to address and fight the impacts of COVID-19.
New Video: Energy & American ChemistryThe ACC released a new video explaining why and how energy is fundamental to the chemistry industry. The video shows where energy goes, how we’re using it to boost investment in the U.S., and how that activity generates broader economic benefits.
American Chemistry MattersA blog of the American Chemistry Council: driving innovation, creating jobs, and enhancing safety.
Automotive Learning Center The Center is a state-of-the-art facility designed to show the automotive community how plastics are the material of innovation. Bisphenol-a.org A comprehensive resource for environmental, health and safety information about bisphenol A (BPA), an industrial chemical used primarily to make polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resins. Center for the Polyurethanes Industry The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of ACC serves as the voice of the polyurethanes industry in North America, promoting its development and coordinating with polyurethane trade associations across the globe. Facts About BPA Learn about BPA facts, statistics, and myths regarding this chemical and its many applications. Foam Sheathing Committee The Foam Sheathing Committee (FSC) of ACC focuses on developing solutions to building code issues, in close coordination with ACC’s Plastics Building and Construction Team and ACC’s Center for the Polyurethanes Industry, and promoting the sound technical use of foam sheathing to the construction industry. Green Building Solutions Plastic building materials strike a balance between energy efficiency, cost efficiency, low maintenance and attractive design. Marine Litter Solutions Used plastics don't belong in the marine environment. America's Plastics MakersTM are working to protect our oceans through public-private partnerships that help prevent litter and increase recycling and recovery. Operation Clean Sweep This initiative protects the environment by seeking to eliminate the release of resin pellets into the environment. Plastic Film Recycling This site provides information to consumers, municipalities, and businesses about how to recycle post-use plastic wraps and bags, also known as “film.” Plastic Foodservice Facts A rich source for all sorts of information on the plastic foodservice packaging that we use every day, including information to educate the public about the importance and benefits of polystyrene food packaging. Plastic Packaging Facts This site gathers information on the makeup of plastics, their use in packaging and their role in the environment. There’s already a lot of information available on these topics—this site brings it together in one place to make it easier to explore, research and learn. Plastics Make it Possible® Highlights the many ways plastics inspire innovations that improve our lives, solve big problems and help us design a safer, more promising future. RecycleYourPlastics.org This site is an easy to use resource on plastics recycling for recycling professionals, and includes resources such as user-friendly tips and tools, best practices, ready access to experts and peers in the recycling world and more. Spray Polyurethane Foam Whether you’re a homeowner hiring someone to install spray polyurethane foam (SPF) for you, a do-it-yourselfer, an SPF contractor, builder or weatherization professional, this site will give you the facts about SPF and important safety guidelines that should be followed during application. Vinyl in Design This site is an online resource for building professionals. Vinyl Institute The Vinyl Institute is a U.S. trade association representing the leading manufacturers of vinyl, vinyl chloride monomer, vinyl additives and modifiers, and vinyl packaging materials. Why Spray Foam? The Spray Foam Coalition (SFC) champions the use of spray polyurethane foam in U.S. building and construction applications by promoting its benefits, providing a forum to help shape public policy on issues critical to the industry, and supporting the safe manufacture, transport, and application of spray polyurethane foam.
2018 Global Declaration on Marine Litter Progress Report This latest report shows the progress made by the global plastics industry to help provide solutions to the ocean plastic problem, in every region of the world.
Plastics Statistics The Plastics Industry Producers Statistics Group (PIPS) provides relevant, timely, comprehensive and extensive business statistics on the plastic resins industry.
Plastics Make It Possible Tiny House The Plastics Make it Possible® Tiny House shows how plastic building materials can reduce energy use, improve durability, and ease maintenance–while saving homeowners money on energy bills.