May is one of the busiest months of the year for the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program and ASL. From AIA-accredited webinars and a published article in Building Enclosure magazine to an in-person Trade Mission in Chicago and a community health event at Sinai Health System, here is a full look at our Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month 2026 activity.

For Certified partners, the Chicago Asthma Consortium’s 2026 Community Health Worker Educational Forum was a demonstration of what the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program makes possible beyond the laboratory: real community impact, delivered through trusted products and shared purpose.

ASL and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) have certified the Alen BreatheSmart 25i air purifier following independent testing against ASL’s Air Cleaner Standard ASP:08/09.

Allergy Standards Ltd announces that Knauf Insulation’s full Performance+® portfolio has earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification after rigorous testing for VOC emissions, dust, and mold resistance. This achievement highlights Knauf’s evidence-based approach to improving indoor air quality and advancing healthier building standards.

Benjamin Moore’s Eco Spec® paint has achieved Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification following rigorous scientific testing by Allergy Standards Ltd. With extremely low VOC emissions and reduced sensitizing chemicals, Eco Spec® sets a benchmark for healthier environments.

Renegade Brands earned recognition at The Clean Show 2025 for its Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified detergents. Independently tested through the Certification Program, Sweat-X and Pure Pro demonstrate how rigorous science and innovation can reduce exposure to allergens and support healthier laundry care across consumer, commercial, and healthcare settings.

Kleenex® Air Filters, independently tested and Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®, were donated to Breathe Southern California to support underserved communities facing asthma, allergies, and wildfire smoke.

At the recent Chicago Asthma Consortium Community Health Worker Forum, our Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program supported a high-impact outreach initiative.

With the help of Certified partners and collaborators, we helped deliver evidence-based asthma resources directly to the communities that need them most, strengthening the connection between public health and product innovation.

Filtrete™ expands its Certified air filter range with new refillable models, reducing allergens and supporting better indoor air quality and sustainability.

Alen air purifiers have received Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for their effectiveness in reducing allergens and enhancing IAQ

Knauf’s newly Certified pipe and tank insulation reinforces its commitment to improving indoor air quality for individuals with asthma and allergies.

Blueair’s Classic Pro CP7i & CP9i Air Purifiers have earned the international Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification from Allergy Standards Ltd, confirming their effectiveness in reducing allergens and improving indoor air quality

We’re excited to share the latest innovation from Filtrete™ Brand, a leader in residential air filtration. Their new Refillable Air Filter Kit, certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®, is designed to provide cleaner indoor air while reducing waste and storage space.

Allergy Standards is delighted to announce that Blueair’s new Classic Pro air purifier has earned the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification. This innovative air purifier, now available in the UK just in time for hay fever season, combines medical-grade technology with elegant Swedish design.

Blueair’s Classic Pro CP7i Air Purifier has earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification, meeting rigorous scientific standards for improving indoor air quality.

We are pleased to announce that Kleenex® Elite Allergen Air Filters have earned the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification

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®.

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program proudly recognized Tarkett’s efforts to address health disparities in underserved communities and their work in creating a healthier indoor environment

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program proudly awards the efforts and innovation of Certified company SIJO for their dedication to creating healthier indoor environments.

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program proudly recognizes the efforts and innovation of Certified companies Tarkett and SIJO for their dedication to creating healthier indoor environments.

Master Paints Eco Pure Satin, Eco Pure Flat and Eco Pure Semi-Gloss paints meet strict standards for minimizing production of irritants and pollutants

Knauf announce the launch of its new HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf Performance+, the first of its kind to be Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®

We are delighted to announce that arbOUR Products Free+Clear Laundry Detergent has been Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®

ASL is delighted to announce our collaboration with the Indoor Air Quality Society (IAQS) to highlight the importance of environmental control in creating healthier indoor spaces.

On our recent US Trade Mission, we had the opportunity to meet up with the LG Team in Las Vegas where their Certified washers and LG styler were on display

ASL is proud to announce its participation as attendees at FILTECH 2023, the largest and most important filtration show in the world. With over 440 exhibitors and a major international conference, FILTECH 2023 is a must-attend event for those in the filtration industry

Certain floor coverings have long been considered suboptimal for those impacted by asthma and allergies but a new certification standard developed by ASL brings new science to the debate

It’s a busy new year for Allergy Standards as we prepare for a big trip to a number of important Las Vegas Trade Shows; The Las Vegas Market, KBIS, IBS, NHS and TISE

We are delighted to announce that Pegasus Home Fashions has launched its Beautyrest® Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Collection

We are delighted that Tarkett has announced that Powerbond® RS flooring is Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®

A whirlwind visit to NewYork Fall Market Week demonstrated to ASL how the textile industry is thriving and we were delighted to be involved

We are delighted to announce that ClevaMama brand ClevaFoam Pillow and Pod have been awarded Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification

Fresh off the heels of the inaugural GBAC Symposium on Air Considerations, the Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) have announced the formation of an educational working group focused on indoor air quality (IAQ) in the built environment.

We are delighted to announce that SIJO’s AiryWeight™ Eucalyptus Textiles Collection has earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® certification.

A worldwide leader in sustainable and innovative flooring solutions, Tarkett North America has refreshed and expanded its Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® iQ® Granit™ collection and introduced the coordinating iQ® Eminent™ collection within their high-performance homogeneous vinyl sheet and tile products

The announcement that we have partnered with the Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ (GBAC), a Division of ISSA-The Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association to create a curriculum designed to help businesses improve indoor air quality (IAQ) was made today.

ASL’s participation in the Automotive Testing Expo in Stuttgart with lab partners SGS coincides with the official announcement of the new car cabin air quality standard for the automotive industry

We are delighted that this Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month we can announce that Knauf Insulation has earned the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for its Performance+™ Acoustic Panel.

The Advanced Air Cleaner, part of the latest air purification technology available on new Volvo 90 and 60 series models has been Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL)

ASL CSO Dr.John Ryan was invited to speak at the Vertilux Grand Open House Event to mark its 40th Anniversary

The annual Ireland Funds National Gala, offered Allergy Standards Ltd (ASL) a great opportunity to convene a “summit” of industry leaders to build on their shared mission of Healthier Indoor Environments.

We are delighted to be participating in the annual conference of the AAAAI along with our partners in the Asthma & Allergy Friendly Certification Program, AAFA. It’s always exciting to be involved in events such as this as it gives us a wonderful opportunity to contribute in a positive way to educating consumers on the importance of healthy indoor air. It’s also a valuable learning opportunity and a chance to meet with other leading organisations involved with the asthma and allergy community.

Dr. John McKeon, CEO, and Dave Morrissey, CIO, of Allergy Standards Limited look forward to attending the International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando, Florida taking place on February 8th – 10th 2022.

Allergy Standards Limited has announced that Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and company founder, Dr. John McKeon, and Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Dr. John Ryan, have completed a management buyout of the business, backed by UK and Ireland based private debt and equity house Beechbrook Capital.

ASL announces a new addition to its Asthma & Allergy Friendly® standards portfolio: the Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Standard ASP:03-09/101.

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, jointly operated by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) & the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), was thrilled to participate in the ISSA Show 2021 in Las Vegas.

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) has announced that Renegade’s SWEAT-X Free and Clear is the first laundry detergent to earn the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® certification.

Allergy Standards is delighted to announce the appointment of Nohara Mrowskowski as accountant. As accountant, Nohara is responsible for assisting in the preparation and analysis of financial statements and annual budgets, ensuring the highest level of accuracy at all times.

Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announced today the appointment of Dr. Emer Duffy as Science Lead. As Science Lead Dr. Duffy will be responsible for leading ASL’s science team. She will coordinate the company’s research activities, update and develop the certification standards and oversee ASL’s scientific testing and consultancy work.

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, which is jointly run by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is pleased to be participating in both virtual shows, the IBS 2021 Builders Show® and NKBA’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® that are taking place February 9 – 12, 2021