The International Antimicrobial Council (IAC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the safe and effective use of antimicrobials and odor-controlling technologies within industries where microbial contamination is of concern. To further this effort IAC provides education to users of these technologies, participates in the development of test methods and standards, certifies test laboratories, textile mills and odor-control technologies. The IAC establishes verification programs for the use of antimicrobials and odor-controlling technologies to protect the public from any potential misuse and manages quality control programs for retailers and brand name companies to assure consistent, reproducible performance from treated products.