HCPA members are the household and commercial product companies who make and sell $180 billion annually of the products that clean, protect, maintain and disinfect our homes and workplaces.
Our Story
Household and commercial products help every step of our lives – at home, at work, wherever we are. From memorable moments – like bringing home a first child – to messy moments – like cleaning up at work, these are the products that make our lives healthier, cleaner and more productive. That make our lives better.
On our members’ behalf, we advocate for a common-sense business environment that promotes sound science, innovation and safe environments for consumers and workers. Our members employ 200,000 people in the U.S. and we are proud to share this industry’s significant contributions to the economy, environment, and society.
All to benefit consumers and workers. Every step of the way.
What We Do
HCPA is known as the trade association that works
collaboratively and proactively to get things done.
Our ability to partner with diverse and uncommon stakeholders means that problems are negotiated and solved,
saving companies millions and protecting your company’s ability to run a successful business.
Products We Represent
At the heart of HCPA operations are its divisions. Each division allows the association to effectively address a wide range of issues impacting household and commercial products.
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Workshops & Seminars
HCPA provides workshops, seminars, conferences and webinars that address trends, regulations and priority issues impacting household and commercial products.
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Scientific Resources
HCPA offers publications, test methods and technical guidance, including our Ingredients Dictionary, which is the only source for chemical definitions specific to our industry.
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Latest News
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Seeking Collaboration, HCPA Visits Institute for In Vitro Sciences (IIVS) in Gaithersburg, MD
On January 18, Dr. Steve Bennett, Senior Vice President, Scientific Affairs, and Nicholas Georges, Director, Scientific & International Affairs, visited the Institute… -
Azar Contacts South Dakota Department of Agriculture About Pesticide Registration
On January 15, Allyson Azar, Manager, State Government Relations & Public Policy, reached out to South Dakota’s Department of Agriculture to address… -
HCPA Works with Affiliated Trade Association Partners to Review CARB Survey Data Summaries
On January 24, HCPA met with key allied trade associations including the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), the Fragrance Creators Association (FCA),… -
HCPA Advocates Members’ Positions on Colorado’s Plans to Develop New VOC Regulations
On January 28, HCPA staff participated in the initial public stakeholder meeting conducted by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment… -
HCPA Recommends Approach for Antimicrobial Efficacy Testing Guidelines to EPA
On January 15, the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) submitted a matrix document to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that outlined… -
Pet Spot-On Registration Expiration During the Partial Government Shutdown
The Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) recently contacted the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about pet spot-on registrations with expiration dates during the next…