Kimtech PURE A5 Sterile Integrated Hood and Mask - 36072 - Universal Size - 75/Case
Kimtech PURE A5 Sterile Integrated Hood and Mask (36072) combines disposable cleanroom head coverage and an integrated face mask into a single sterile gowning component. Designed for pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, medical device production, and contamination-sensitive controlled environments, the integrated construction helps minimize gaps between separate hood and mask components while supporting consistent aseptic gowning practices.
Constructed from breathable 100% polypropylene SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) fabric, this universal-size garment incorporates CLEAN-DON technology with pull-down ties and an interior donning indicator. Manufacturer documentation identifies the product as suitable for ISO Class 5 or higher cleanrooms and describes gamma irradiation to a sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10-6. Triple-bagged, vacuum-packaged presentation supports controlled transfer into cleanroom gowning areas.
Integrated Gowning Advantage: Combining the hood and mask into one component helps reduce separate gowning steps and minimizes the risk of an exposed gap at the hood-to-mask interface. CLEAN-DON technology supports aseptic handling by providing designated interior contact points and pull-down ties to help position the garment without unnecessary contact with its exterior.
Specifications:
- Brand: Kimtech PURE A5
- Manufacturer: Kimberly-Clark Professional / Kimtech
- Supplier SKU: 36072
- Product Type: Sterile integrated hood and face mask
- Size: Universal
- Color: White
- Material: 100% polypropylene breathable SMS fabric
- Construction: Integrated hood and mask, sonically welded together
- Sterility: Sterile; gamma irradiated
- Sterility Assurance Level: SAL 10-6 under ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137, as identified in the published manufacturer technical data
- Cleanroom Suitability: Suitable for ISO Class 5 or higher cleanrooms according to published manufacturer documentation; application qualification remains the responsibility of the facility
- Donning System: CLEAN-DON technology with pull-down ties, stretch-fit elastic, and an interior blue donning indicator
- Packaging: Individually packaged with sterility indicator; triple-bagged and vacuum packaged
- Case Quantity: 75 integrated hood-and-mask sets per case
- Order Unit: One case containing 75 sets
- Use: Disposable, single-use cleanroom apparel
- Material Restrictions: Manufacturer states no natural rubber latex, silicone, or BHT preservative
- PPE Classification: CE Category III stated in the published A5 sterile apparel technical sheet; current SKU-specific certification and Type 6 applicability should be confirmed from the latest manufacturer Declaration of Conformity
- Manufacturer-Listed Shelf Life: Five years from manufacture; verify the expiration date and current manufacturer instructions
- Availability: Standard website estimate of 5-7 business days; temporary manufacturer delays may extend this lead time
About the Manufacturer:
Kimtech cleanroom apparel is designed to support contamination-control procedures in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and other critical manufacturing environments. The PURE A5 sterile apparel family incorporates breathable polypropylene SMS fabric, controlled packaging, and specialized gowning features intended to help reduce contamination risks associated with personnel movement and garment handling.
The integrated hood-and-mask design incorporates CLEAN-DON technology to simplify the gowning process while addressing the exposed interface that can occur when separate hoods and masks are worn. Published manufacturer specifications include particle-shedding performance, filtration measurements, sterile processing information, and cleanroom suitability statements to support product evaluation.
SOSCleanroom supports customers with Kimtech product selection, manufacturer documentation, case-pack verification, gowning-system compatibility, and procurement assistance. Facilities should evaluate manufacturer specifications alongside their own contamination-control strategy, hazard assessment, and approved gowning procedures.
36072 Features:
- Integrated sterile hood and face mask in a single disposable component
- 100% polypropylene SMS fabric for breathable cleanroom coverage
- Universal-size design with stretch-fit elastic
- Sonically welded hood-and-mask construction
- CLEAN-DON technology with pull-down ties
- Interior blue indicator to identify the preferred grasping location during gowning
- Folded inside-out or cuffed presentation for aseptic donning
- Gamma-irradiated sterile processing, with published SAL 10-6
- Triple-bagged, vacuum-packaged cleanroom presentation
- Individual packaging with sterility indicator
- Manufacturer-stated suitability for ISO Class 5 or higher cleanrooms
- Manufactured without natural rubber latex, silicone, or BHT preservative, according to published documentation
- 75 sterile integrated hood-and-mask sets per case
36072 Benefits:
- Reduced garment interfaces: Integrated construction helps minimize gaps that may develop between separately donned hoods and masks.
- Simplified gowning: Combining two components can reduce gowning steps and handling requirements.
- Aseptic handling support: Interior donning indicators and pull-down ties help personnel position the garment while limiting unnecessary exterior contact.
- Controlled sterile presentation: Triple-bagged packaging supports staged introduction into controlled areas.
- Personnel contamination control: Head, hair, and facial coverage help manage contamination associated with personnel shedding and movement.
- Breathable construction: Polypropylene SMS material provides lightweight coverage suitable for cleanroom apparel applications.
- Standardized procurement: Universal sizing and a defined 75-set case pack support inventory management and gowning-program consistency.
- Qualification documentation: Published manufacturer performance information supports material review, subject to verification against current controlled documentation.
Published Manufacturer Performance Data:
The manufacturer technical sheet for Kimtech PURE A5 sterile cleanroom apparel reports the following test results. These are published A5 apparel-family data and should be reviewed against current, SKU-specific documentation before being used as qualification acceptance criteria.
- Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE): 97% at 3.0 microns, published with reference to ASTM F2100
- Particle Filtration Efficiency (PFE): 94% at 0.5 microns, ASTM F2299 using a non-neutralized aerosol
- Sterilization: Gamma irradiation, SAL 10-6, ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137
- Particle Shedding: Helmke Drum Category 1, IEST-RP-CC003.3
- Hydrostatic Head: 80 cm H2O, AATCC 127
- Air Permeability: 463 cfm/ft2, ASTM D737
- Flammability: Class 1, 16 CFR 1610
Filtration Performance Qualification Note: The published February 2015 manufacturer technical sheet identifies BFE of 97% at 3.0 microns with ASTM F2100 as its reference. It does not identify a separate BFE test method in the displayed table. The manufacturer also states that reported results are prior to sterilization. These values should not be interpreted as independently verified, post-sterilization mask performance or as proof of respirator-level protection. Obtain the latest SKU-specific technical data and test information before using these results for a regulated performance claim.
Common Applications:
- Sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing and aseptic processing support operations
- Biotechnology and biopharmaceutical controlled-environment gowning
- Medical device manufacturing requiring sterile head and face coverage
- Cleanroom gowning procedures in ISO Class 5 or higher environments, subject to facility qualification
- Controlled cleanroom material staging and personnel entry procedures
- Cleanroom cleaning and contamination-control activities requiring documented gowning practices
- Laboratory and precision manufacturing operations with personnel-shedding controls
- Facilities implementing contamination-control strategies that address the hood-to-mask interface
Best-Practice Use:
- Follow approved gowning procedures: Use the garment according to the current manufacturer instructions and facility SOP.
- Inspect packaging: Verify the package integrity, sterility indicator, lot identification, and expiration date before use.
- Control bag removal: Remove protective packaging in the appropriate sequence at designated controlled-area transfer points.
- Use designated grasping points: Follow CLEAN-DON instructions and use the interior blue indicator to reduce exterior garment handling.
- Position the mask correctly: Ensure the mask is appropriately placed over the nose and mouth while maintaining the hood-to-mask interface.
- Secure the garment: Use the pull-down ties and elastic features as directed by the manufacturer.
- Confirm gowning compatibility: Ensure the hood integrates properly with coveralls, collars, gloves, and other required PPE.
- Avoid unnecessary adjustment: Limit contact with the exterior after gowning and follow the SOP if contamination occurs.
- Replace when required: Discard after single use or according to approved gowning-change procedures.
- Maintain documentation: Record lot information and other traceability data where required by facility quality procedures.
Selection Notes (Sterile vs. Non-Sterile Integrated Hood and Mask)
- Sterile SKU 36072: Selected for applications requiring sterile garment presentation and documented sterile processing.
- Non-sterile integrated hood-and-mask options: May be suitable for non-sterile controlled environments depending on gowning SOPs and contamination-control requirements.
- Integrated vs. separate components: Integrated hood-and-mask construction helps minimize exposed interface gaps and reduces the number of independent components during gowning.
- ISO Class 5 suitability: Manufacturer suitability statements support product selection, but room classification alone does not establish that a complete gowning system is appropriate for a specific process.
- CE Category III / Type 6: The manufacturer apparel technical sheet identifies Category III PPE. A separate manufacturer brochure refers to Type 6 Category III coverage for certain sterile accessory products. Confirm that current certification and any Type 6 or partial-body classification explicitly include SKU 36072 before making a SKU-specific chemical-protection claim.
- Respiratory protection: This integrated hood-and-mask product must not be substituted for an approved respirator when respiratory protection is required by a hazard assessment.
- Case-pack control: SKU 36072 is the universal sterile integrated hood-and-mask configuration supplied as 75 sets per case. Do not confuse it with standalone sterile hoods packaged at different case quantities.
Important Qualification Note: Sterility, bacterial filtration efficiency, cleanroom suitability, and chemical protective-apparel certification represent different performance characteristics. A sterile garment does not automatically qualify as a respirator, and an ISO Class 5 suitability statement does not establish chemical protection or a specific face-mask filtration rating. Confirm the current manufacturer datasheet, instructions for use, Declaration of Conformity, sterilization documentation, and relevant test methods for SKU 36072 before finalizing a regulated gowning or PPE specification.
Availability and Case Ordering:
- Order Configuration: One case of 75 sterile integrated hood-and-mask sets
- Size: Universal
- Standard Website Lead Time: 5-7 business days
- Temporary Manufacturer Delays: Ansell and Kimberly-Clark shipping interruptions may cause delays of up to 30 days during the announced transition period.
- Availability Confirmation: Contact SOSCleanroom for current lead times before placing time-sensitive orders.
Important Availability Notice: Kimberly-Clark and Ansell products may experience extended processing and shipping times through October 2026. Some products with standard 5-7 or 7-10 business-day lead times may require up to 30 days. Shipping capacity is expected to return to normal by November 1, 2026. Please contact SOSCleanroom to confirm current product availability and estimated shipment timing before ordering.
Manufacturer Technical Documents:
Kimtech PURE A5 Sterile Accessories Brochure: Click Here
Kimtech PURE A5 Sterile Cleanroom Apparel Technical Data Sheet (February 2015): Click Here
Product Information and Ordering: Click Here
Document Control: The technical documents linked above are published manufacturer references. Before regulated use, request confirmation of the latest controlled manufacturer revision, SKU-specific IFU, applicable test reports, sterility documentation, and current Declaration of Conformity.
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Product description updated: October 15, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)
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