SKU shown: 47651 (Small), bulk cleanroom double-bag packaging, 30/case.
Why this entry exists
Disposable cleanroom garments often get evaluated like a “material purchase,” but contamination control outcomes depend just as much on
operator behavior as the fabric. A7 lab coats can support low-lint, anti-static, splash-oriented workflows—but only when they are
introduced, donned, and worn under a documented gowning program aligned to your cleanroom classification and risk profile.
What this product is used for
- Controlled-environment lab coat coverage where a disposable, low-lint garment is specified.
- Support-area cleanroom workflows and technician/visitor coverage programs (site dependent).
- Splash-aware processes where manufacturer literature references barrier performance (e.g., ASTM F1670 claim).
- Operations that benefit from bulk cleanroom packaging (double bag) at the gowning boundary.
Why customers consider A7 lab coats (manufacturer-positioned)
- Contamination control positioning: low lint and anti-static treatment statements support controlled-environment discipline.
- Interface control: thumb loops and elastic cuffs help keep glove-to-sleeve overlap stable during motion.
- Cleaner introduction: bulk cleanroom double-bag packaging reduces handling variability at entry points.
- Workflow fit: high collar and snap front provide practical coverage and faster don/doff in lower-risk areas.
Materials, composition, and build (manufacturer-published)
Manufacturer product information describes an abrasion-resistant film-coated polypropylene construction with
high strength triple stitched seams, snap front, mandarin/high collar,
elastic cuffs, thumb loops, and extra-length arms.
Manufacturer literature also states the product is not made with silicone, not made with BHT preservative, and
not made with natural rubber latex. Always treat these as supplier statements and confirm against your internal receiving requirements.
Specifications in context (SKU 47651 — Size Small)
The table below consolidates attributes typically used for gowning SOP fit, receiving checks, and day-to-day interface control.
Values shown are taken from manufacturer-published product information where available.
| Attribute |
47651 (Small) |
| Part number |
47651 |
| Garment type |
Cleanroom lab coat (non-sterile) |
| Size |
Small (S) |
| Case pack |
30 / case |
| Packaging |
Bulk cleanroom packaging (double bag) |
| Key design elements |
High collar; elastic cuffs; thumb loops; snap front; chest pocket; extra-length arms |
| Low lint statement |
Low lint fabric (Helmke Drum Category II referenced) |
| Anti-static statement |
Antistatic clothing reference (EN 1149-5 cited); anti-static treatment statement in listings |
| Barrier performance statement |
ASTM F1670 pass claim (manufacturer listing) |
| Size-specific dimensions |
Chest width 54 cm; sleeve length 58 cm; total length 101 cm |
| Material exclusions (supplier statement) |
Not made with silicone; not made with BHT; not made with natural rubber latex |
Cleanroom gowning (donning): ISO-first guidance
ISO cleanroom control is defined by classification and sustained by operations. A gowning program is a core element of cleanroom operations control:
training, entry/exit discipline, behavior controls, and garment handling are part of maintaining the intended cleanliness level.
Technique guidance: donning lab coats to minimize contamination transfer
- Stage correctly: open the outer bag outside the controlled area; introduce the inner bag per SOP to reduce boundary contamination.
- Hands stay clean: perform hand hygiene per SOP before touching the inside of the garment. Avoid contacting the outside surface while donning.
- Close the garment completely: fully snap the front and seat the collar. Neck/chest gaps are common contamination pathways.
- Lock the glove interface: use thumb loops, then pull gloves over cuffs to maintain overlap through reaching and bending.
- No “adjust-and-touch” habits: reduce face/hair contact, and avoid re-touching the outside of the garment after donning.
- Exit discipline matters: doff in the correct order and avoid “inside-out shake.” Containment during removal reduces particle release.
EU GMP Annex 1 perspective (sterile medicinal products)
If your operation is governed by EU GMP Annex 1, gowning expectations typically become more stringent than general cleanroom practice:
more controlled operator behaviors, stricter garment requirements for higher grades, and stronger emphasis on minimizing particulate and microbial contamination risk.
Treat a non-sterile lab coat as a lower-risk-area garment unless your quality system explicitly qualifies it for a specific grade and activity.
Common failure modes (and how lab coats contribute)
- Sleeve ride-up / exposed wrist: use thumb loops and glove overlap; confirm interface after movement.
- Open collar / poor closure: fully close snaps and seat the collar; avoid partial donning.
- Boundary handling errors: control bag opening, staging, and “what touches what” at the gowning room transition.
- Overconfidence in “low lint”: low lint reduces risk, but technique and behavior are still decisive.
Critical environment fit for this SKU
47651 (Small) is typically selected where a disposable cleanroom lab coat is appropriate for the area classification and task risk.
If your operation requires sterile garments, aseptic behaviors, or Annex 1 grade-driven controls, confirm the garment system (including sterility and packaging)
through your quality system before adoption.
SOSCleanroom note about SOP's
The Technical Vault is written to help customers make informed contamination-control decisions and improve day-to-day handling technique.
It is not your facility’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), batch record, or validation protocol.
Customers are responsible for establishing, training, and enforcing SOPs that fit their specific risks, products, equipment, cleanroom classification, and regulatory obligations.
Always confirm material compatibility, cleanliness suitability, and acceptance criteria using your internal quality system and documented methods.
If you adapt any technique guidance from this entry, treat it as a starting template. Your team should review and approve the final method, then qualify it for your specific environment.
Source basis
- SOSCleanroom product page (47651): https://www.soscleanroom.com/product/kimtech/kimberly-clark-kimtech-47651-a7-lab-coat-small/
- Manufacturer product information (PDF): https://exdron.co.il/Exdron-Pdf/kimberly-clark-kimtech-47651-datasheet.pdf
- Ansell / Kimtech product page: https://www.ansell.com/us/en/products/kimtech-a7-cleanroom-lab-coats
- KCProfessional product listing: https://www.kcprofessional.com/en-US/Products/Scientific-and-Research/Cleanroom-Environment/Disposable-Apparel/Kimtech-A7-Cleanroom-Non-Sterile-Lab-Coats/en-us
- ISO 14644-1 (cleanroom classification context): https://www.iso.org/standard/53394.html
- ISO 14644-5 (operations / gowning program context): https://www.iso.org/standard/88599.html
- EU GMP Annex 1 (sterile manufacturing context): https://health.ec.europa.eu/system/files/2022-08/20220825_gmp-an1_en_0.pdf
- IEST overview (ISO 14644-5 adoption context): https://www.iest.org/Standards-RPs/ISO-Standards/ISO-14644-Series/ISO-14644-5
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Last reviewed: Jan. 13, 2026
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