On May 21, the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program returned to Chicago to support the Chicago Asthma Consortium's 2026 Community Health Worker Educational Forum, equipping community health workers with practical asthma education tools and outreach resources for families across the city.
Mohawk’s SmartStrand® carpet with Pur-Ease™ technology is now Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified, independently tested to reduce common allergens and support a healthier indoor environment for everyday living.
A new addendum to the ASP-05-03 Textile Flooring Standard provides a performance-based pathway within the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program for evaluating emerging carpet technologies making defined allergen-related claims.
Alen has expanded its Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® product line with the BreatheSmart 25i, scientifically tested to reduce airborne allergens and improve indoor air quality. Optimized for smaller spaces, it reflects Alen’s commitment to healthier indoor environments.
The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program has introduced a new sub-category within its Air Cleaner Standard to include compact portable units for smaller rooms, helping consumers find products proven to reduce airborne allergens.
Knauf’s entire range of Performance+® insulation products has earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification. Tested for VOCs, airborne fibers, and mold resistance, these Certified products support healthier indoor air in homes, schools, and workplaces — reinforcing Knauf’s commitment to innovation and science-backed building solutions.
The next generation of Benjamin Moore’s Eco Spec® paint has earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification. Tested for low VOC emissions and reduced sensitizing chemicals, Eco Spec® gives consumers a trusted choice for healthier homes and commercial spaces.
AAFA’s 2025 Asthma Capitals™ report recognizes Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified partners for making a difference beyond products, from wildfire relief to school and hospital support. Collaboration is key to healthier communities.
AAFA’s 2025 Asthma Capitals™ report identifies the most challenging U.S. cities for people with asthma. As AAFA’s partner, we support this critical research and its call to action for awareness and advocacy.
At The Clean Show 2025, Renegade Brands showcased its expanding line of Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified detergents. Pure Pro, designed for healthcare and commercial use, became the first detergent of its kind to achieve certification, reflecting the program’s role in supporting healthier indoor environments.
Read how Filtrete™ has expanded its Certified air filter range, including refillable options, to support healthier indoor air for people with asthma and allergies
Alen’s BreatheSmart 35i, 45i, and 75i air purifiers have earned the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for their proven ability to reduce allergens and improve indoor air quality
Knauf North America has earned the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for its Performance+® Pipe and Tank Insulation products, demonstrating a commitment to improving indoor air quality and reducing exposure to airborne pollutants for all who work and live in indoor spaces
Filtrete™ Brand introduces the Refillable Air Filter Kit, offering a reusable frame, affordable refills, and a 20% reduction in disposable waste, while maintaining high air quality standards and certification from the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® program.
Blueair’s Classic Pro CP7i Air Purifier has earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification, confirming its effectiveness in reducing allergens and supporting healthier indoor air quality.
Kleenex® Elite Allergen Air Filters MERV 12 and 13 meet strict standards for capturing pollen, allergens, and other microparticles and earn the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification
The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program has unveiled a rebranded Certification Mark, providing a clear sign of science-backed products that help create healthier indoor environments through rigorous testing and consumer empowerment.
Knauf Insulation has expanded its Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® product line to include a range of residential insulation products
Our partner in the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has released its 2024 Asthma Capitals™ report, which highlights how asthma outcomes are influenced by where people live.
Our partner in the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), has issued a warning about the "perfect storm" of factors that make September the worst month for those with asthma.
Tarkett's refreshed palette of their popular iQ® Optima® collection is Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® [...]
General Insulation, a national wholesale distributor of commercial and industrial insulation products, is proud to announce the Manson Insulation portfolio of HVAC insulation products is now Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® [...]
WASHINGTON, June 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program is proud to announce that Sharmilee Nyenhuis, MD, the recipient of the inaugural Amber Tringale Memorial Award, presented her groundbreaking research at the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical […]
Washington, D.C. (May 1, 2024) — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announced that Knauf’s HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf Performance+, has been Certified by the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program.
The Asthma […]
Portfolio of HVAC insulation sets a new standard
SHELBYVILLE, Ind., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Knauf Insulation, Inc., a leading, family-owned global manufacturer of fiberglass insulation, today announced the […]
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)
joined with Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) to create the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program. AAFA is dedicated to saving lives and […]
Steve Terpstra, Dr. John McKeon, John Vanderpool, Jenna Riemenschneider
True Value Company has received the inaugural “ESG and Community Award” from Allergy […]
WASHINGTON, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program has recognized the dedication and innovation of several of the Program’s clients and called attention to products that help consumers create healthier indoor environments. The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program is a collaborative initiative […]
Dublin, Ireland, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Allergy Standards Ltd. (ASL) announced today that its Asthma & Allergy Friendly® certification standards for building materials have been approved by the U.S. Green […]
WASHINGTON, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, managed by Allergy Standards Ltd (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), is excited to announce a […]
WASHINGTON, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) have announced that arbOUR Products Free+Clear laundry detergent has been Certified by the […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. DECEMBER 14, 2022 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) have announced that Pegasus Home Fashions’ Beautyrest® Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® pillow, mattress pad, and comforter have earned the coveted Asthma & Allergy Friendly® certification.
SOLON, Ohio, Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Allergy Standards Limited (ASL), an independent global certification company, and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), the leading patient organization for people with asthma and allergies, have deemed Tarkett Powerbond® RS flooring as
Dr. John McKeon & David Morrissey of Allergy Standards Limited at the ISSA Show North America with their client Renegade Brands Visiting their Education Booth (L-R: Adam Short of Renegade Brands, David Morrissey, Bob Yeggy of Renegade Brands, Dr. John McKeon)
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AUGUST 22, 2022 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America […]
