Welcome to HCPA
The Household and Commercial Products Association (HCPA) is the premier trade association representing companies that make and sell $200 billion annually of products used for cleaning, protecting, maintaining, and disinfecting in homes and commercial environments. HCPA members employ 200,000 people in the U.S. whose work helps consumers and workers create a cleaner, healthier and more productive life. Our mission is to protect, promote and enhance the household and commercial products industry and the consumers and workers who use our members’ products.
Since 1914, HCPA has been providing its membership with:
The Connections
To industry experts and events that protect your brand and drive new business.
The Resources
To publications, bill tracking software, regulatory timelines, materials and more.
HCPA Product Divisions
Directed by volunteer leadership from our member companies, these divisions address emerging issues, help shape policy positions, and advise on the latest scientific and regulatory developments affecting their specific categories.
Aerosol
Products packaged in self-dispensing, pressurized containers, including spray products and foam products, used in commercial and home settings.
Air Care
Products designed to enhance or condition the indoor environment by combatting unpleasant smells, and providing a positive scent.
Antimicrobial
Products and ingredients designed to control or eliminate microbes in any environment and that are subject to antimicrobial and pesticide regulations.
Cleaning
Hard surface cleaners, dishwashing, glass, carpet, drain and biochemical cleaners, industrial strength products, laundry, fabric care, stain removers.
Floor Care
Floor care products consist of products designed to polish, protect, or maintain furniture, floors, metal, leather, or other daily surfaces.
Industrial & Automotive
Specialty chemicals used in the manufacturing process or to maintain machinery; consumer products used to maintain automotive perfomance.
Pest Management
Products and ingredients designed to control or eliminate pests in any environment and that are subject to pesticide regulations.
Join Us
If you're products, services, or solutions fall with these product categories, contact us about membership. We serve the entire supply chain.
hCPA's Priority Issues
Now, more than ever before, HCPA members are faced with critical issues that impact their ability to manufacture, formulate, package, and deliver their products to store shelves. Patchwork policies and compliance requirements have caused major stresses and delays in efficiency. HCPA works with regulators and legislators to find workable solutions with real benefits.
Air Quality
HCPA members have made significant strides in reformulating products to meet rigorous state and federal air quality requirements.
CARB + VOCs
Innovation
Innovation is critical to connecting consumers and workers to products and solutions that elevate the sustainability, efficacy, and safety.
Solutions
Public Health
HCPA member products improve quality of life, maintain public health, and protect against diseases and unsanitary conditions.
PRIA + FIFRA
Responsibility
HCPA experts help you understand industry best practices, eco-friendly designs, and new environmental expectations.
EPR, HHW + More
Safety
HCPA member companies that manufacture products, undergo rigorous evaluations before reaching the marketplace.
TSCA + CPSC
Transparency
Effectively communicating product ingredient, usage, and disposal information empowers consumers to make informed choices.
EPA + more
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See What Membership Looks Like For You
HCPA is here to provide the service and support you'd come to expect from the longest active and most progressive trade association leading the household and commercial product industry.
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