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Kleenex<\/em>\u00ae Elite Allergen Air Filters MERV 12 and 13 meet strict standards for capturing pollen, allergens, and other microparticles.<\/em><\/p>\n Washington, D.C., February 17, 2025 \u2013 The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)<\/a> and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL)<\/a> are pleased to announce Kleenex\u00ae Elite Allergen Air Filters<\/a> MERV 12 and 13 have earned the Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong> Certification.<\/p>\n The Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/strong> Certification Program<\/a> is a collaborative initiative between AAFA and ASL, dedicated to helping consumers identify products that contribute to a healthier indoor environment. Products undergo rigorous independent testing to meet scientific standards established by the program. Only products that meet those strict standards earn the certification mark. Products that are Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong> Certified are proven to be suitable for people with asthma and allergies.<\/p>\n HVAC systems circulate air through ducts, distributing it throughout a building. Allergens like pollen and animal dander, and other microparticles, can spread through the indoor environment this way. Therefore, using an effective air filter is crucial for maintaining a healthier indoor environment, reducing asthma and allergy triggers, and improving indoor air quality.<\/p>\n Kleenex\u00ae Elite Allergen Air Filters MERV 12 and 13 earned the Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong> certification by demonstrating through strict scientific testing that they:<\/p>\n \u201cHousehold air pollution and poor ventilation contributes to increased health risks,\u201d said Kenneth Mendez, President and CEO of AAFA. \u201cOn behalf of the more than 100 million people in the United States with asthma and\/or allergies, we appreciate the Kleenex\u00ae Brands\u2019 dedication to produce air filters that demonstrably help improve indoor air quality and reduce exposure to common asthma and allergy triggers.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAchieving the Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae <\/sup><\/strong>certification requires rigorous scientific testing and a true commitment to enhancing indoor air quality. Kleenex\u00ae Air Filters have demonstrated their ability to significantly reduce allergens, maintain performance, and ensure effective sealing, making them a reliable choice for optimizing indoor environmental quality. We are proud to certify their product and support their mission to provide high-quality air filters for consumers,\u201d said Dr. John McKeon, CEO of ASL.<\/p>\n By meeting these stringent standards and achieving certification, Kimberly-Clark and the Kleenex\u00ae Brand makes clear a commitment to help clean the air in your home and provide a healthier environment for your family with its newly Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/sup> <\/strong>Certified air filters.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u201cKleenex\u00ae is already a household name dedicated to life\u2019s moments, and with the addition of the new Kleenex\u00ae Air Filters we support a healthier indoor environment for your home and family.” said Sharnell Weathersby Senior Brand Manager, Kimberly-Clark. \u201cWe are especially proud of the Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/strong> certification that helps demonstrate our commitment to quality and helping improve indoor air quality.\u201d<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Content Row” module_class=”blog-single” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Press Contact” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#505050″ link_font=”||||on|||#008c99|” link_text_color=”#008c99″ header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#008c99″ header_2_font_size=”39px” header_3_font=”|600|||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#008c99″ header_3_font_size=”28px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Press Contact:<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”About ” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#505050″ link_font=”||||on|||#008c99|” link_text_color=”#008c99″ link_line_height=”1.7em” ul_line_height=”1.7em” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#008c99″ header_2_font_size=”39px” header_3_font=”|600|||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#008c99″ header_3_font_size=”28px” background_color=”#F5EDDF” custom_padding=”4%|4%|4%|4%|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n About the Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae Certification Program<\/strong><\/p>\n The Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/strong> Certification Program is a unique, groundbreaking collaboration between the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL). The program tests and certifies products against strict standards to prove their suitability for people with asthma and allergies. Products passing these tests earn the Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/strong> Certification Mark. The Certification Program works with retailers and manufacturers to offer consumers products for a healthier home. Certified products include air cleaners, air filters, paints, bedding, vacuum cleaners, washing machines, cleaning products and more. Visit\u00a0aafa.org\/certified<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n
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Sarajane Sparks
Asthma & Allergy Friendly\u00ae Certification Program
540-538-3286
sarajane@sparkscg.com<\/p>\n