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Kimtech provides protective gear for labs and cleanrooms, focusing on protection and sustainability

Kimtech™

Protecting You. Powering Science.

About the Brand

Laboratory worker in protective clothing with Kimtech™ brand logo, representing contamination control solutions for labs and cleanrooms. Video play icon

Kimtech™ is a trusted partner for laboratories, cleanrooms, and research facilities, providing best-in-class protection and contamination control solutions.

Putting your people, processes, and the planet at the forefront, Kimtech™ delivers unique products and services derived from customer insights and the evolving regulatory landscape.

Our products are engineered for protection, designed for comfort and to leave as small a footprint on our planet as possible.

Kimtech™ Portfolio at a Glance

Kimtech™ protective clothing designed for laboratory and cleanroom environments to provide seamless protection.

Protective Clothing

Kimtech™ Protective Clothing includes apparel for laboratory and cleanroom environments, offering seamless protection where and when it matters most.

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Purple Kimtech™ nitrile gloves offering protection against known and unknown risks while delivering dexterity and comfort.

Gloves

Kimtech™ Gloves protect from both known and unknown risks while delivering comfort, dexterity, quality and the assurance to do your best work.

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Masks and respirators designed to prevent contamination in laboratory environments, offering protection for both people and processes.

Masks & Respirators

Kimtech™ Masks and Respirators help keep contaminants from getting in or out, providing seamless protection for your people and processes.

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Kimtech™ Polaris™

Recyclable nitrile exam gloves designed for strength, comfort, and chemical defense, certified by US Ergonomics

Built for science. Made for you.

  1. Textured fingertips to enhance wet and dry grip
  2. Provides protection against harsh chemicals1
  3. 0.65 AQL for pinholes
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Kimtech™ Polaris™ Nitrile Exam Gloves

Scientist performing laboratory work while wearing Kimtech™ Polaris™ nitrile gloves, ensuring protection and comfort.
Scientist using Kimtech™ Polaris™ gloves, protecting against 50+ chemicals and chemotherapy drugs per ASTM D 6978-05 standards.
Lab technician wearing Kimtech™ Polaris™ gloves, tested against 24 chemotherapy drugs with triple ASTM D6978 protection.
Close-up of Kimtech™ Polaris™ nitrile gloves, offering a low AQL level of 0.65 for pinholes compared to competitors.

Polaris™ has been tested against more than 50 common chemicals, chemotherapy drugs, opioid fentanyl citrate, simulated gastric acid and fentanyl in simulated gastric acid: Per ASTM D 6978-05.

Polaris™ provides better protection with longer breakthrough times* when compared to competitive gloves.

*When tested against Carmustine and ThioTEPA. Follow your workplace guidelines for duration of use, which will vary based on the chemical used.

Polaris™ is U.S Ergonomics-certified and preferred over a leading competitive glove for overall comfort and strength in a recent global study.*

Polaris™ has more than double the strength of the industry standard with an average tensile strength of 31 MPa (after aging), and has elongation break of 480% (after aging).

*Based on a Global Preference Study conducted in 2023 with 932 glove users.

Polaris™ has one of the lowest AQL levels for pinholes at 0.65, when compared to leading competitors.

Polaris™ Nitrile Exam Gloves are the first exam gloves and personal protective equipment (PPE) products to receive an ACT Label from My Green Lab.

Packaging is 100% recyclable.

Did you know you can recycle 100% of your used Polaris™ nitrile exam gloves through our RightCycle™ program?*

*when used in non-hazardous applications

Tools and Resources

RightCycle™ Program allows recycling of Kimtech™ gloves and apparel, transforming them into new consumer goods

Sustainability

Through The RightCycle™ Program, eligible Kimtech™ products, such as nitrile gloves and apparel, can be recycled and transformed into new consumer goods.

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APEX™ Program ensures a seamless transition to Kimtech™ products through employee engagement and training

Change Management Services

The APEX™ Program is a complementary training program that effectively engages employees by ensuring a seamless transition to Kimtech™ products.

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View chemical breakthrough times or classification for Kimtech™ gloves to ensure proper protection against hazardous substances.

Chemical Permeation

View chemical breakthrough times in minutes or classification for up to four Kimtech™ gloves.

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Access certificates of compliance, analysis, irradiation, and conformance for Kimtech™ gloves and protective products.

Certificates

Click below to search for Certificates of Compliance, Analysis, Irradiation, and Conformance for Kimtech™ products.

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Kimtech™ Polaris™ nitrile gloves are ACT Label certified by My Green Lab for sustainable practices in personal protective equipment.

ACT Label

Polaris™ Nitrile Gloves are the first exam gloves and personal protective equipment (PPE) certified by the reputable ACT Label® from My Green Lab®.

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FAQ

How can I purchase Kimtech™ products or contact a Kimtech™ Sales Representative?
Our Kimtech™ products are available through authorized distributors. If you need help or wish to connect with a Kimtech™ Sales Representative for a personalized solution, please contact us via the form below.
How can I download CoA or CoC for the Kimtech products I purchased?
The certificates can be accessed via www.certs.kcprofessional.com. Please ensure you have the lot codes available to access the database.
How can I provide feedback or report a problem about Kimtech™ products?

We value your feedback and are committed to providing high-quality products. If you encounter any issues or have feedback regarding Kimtech™ products, you can report it by calling the Ansell customer service number that you can find on the bottom of the page.



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Reference:
1. Tested against more than 50 common chemicals, Chemotherapy Drugs, Opioid Fentanyl Citrate. Simulated Gastric Acid and Fentanyl in Simulated Gastric Acid: Per ASTM D 6978-05

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