Hygiene Solutions/Since 1963

Hygiene solutions, formulated for trust.

Since 1963, Kemklean has grown into the largest owner-managed formulated chemical manufacturer and hygiene solutions provider serving key industries across Sub-Saharan Africa.

60+yrs

Manufacturing since 1963

7+sectors

served across Sub-Saharan Africa

5

National distribution depots

8

Accreditations & certifications

SANS · ISO · NSF · Halaal

— 01 / Our approach

We partner with customers by providing a total solutions analysis — product formulation, employee training, and technical support — that adds up to efficient, cost‑effective hygiene that works for you.

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Formulate

Locally manufactured chemicals, designed and tested for South African operating conditions and customised to each plant.

Equip

Controlled dosing & dispensing systems supplied, installed and maintained — guaranteeing consistency and cost‑in‑use.

Support

PPE and chemical‑handling training, custom operational manuals, on‑site audits, and ongoing technical support.
— 02 / Signature brands

A portfolio built over decades of formulation.

Six trademarked product families, each tailored to the operational realities of a specific market sector — and supported by a single nationwide service team.

HYGEN®

Food Beverage Poultry Dairy

Detergents and disinfectants for Open Plant Cleaning, CIP, and personal care. SANS 1828:2024 and SANS 1853:2024 marked for food-contact surfaces.

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FARMGEN®

Animal & Avian Health Biosecurity

Industry-leading animal-health detergents and disinfectants. Trusted by veterinarians, farmers and livestock producers across Sub-Saharan Africa.

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KEMFRY®

Food Service Oil Filtration

Patented food-safe filtration technology that extends commercial frying-oil life, reducing free fatty acids, polar compounds and operating costs.

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KEMOXIDE®

Water Treatment Disinfection

Chlorine-Dioxide (ClO2) disinfection systems alongside Ozone, UV, hydrogen peroxide and sodium hypochlorite - for cooling water, processing and softening.

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OPTI-KLEAN®

Hospitality Laundry

Premium laundry detergents, softeners, bleaches and specialised stain removers developed for boutique guesthouses through five-star hotels.

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VIRKON® S

Veterinary Disinfectant Lanxess

The world's premier broad-spectrum virucidal veterinary disinfectant. Sole manufacturer and distributor for Southern & Sub-Saharan Africa.

Partnership
— 03 / Accreditations

Certified by the bodies that matter.

Kemklean trades in the technically sophisticated sphere of the hygiene solutions industry, and is proud to have achieved a full slate of national and international certifications across our manufacturing, formulation and product lines.
  • ISO 9001:2015 Certified

    ISO 9001 certified quality management system

  • SANS 1828:2024 Certified

    Food-contact surface certified detergents

  • SANS 1853:2024 Certified

    Food-contact surface certified disinfectants

  • SANS 1827:2024 Certified

    Food industry certified water treatment chemicals

  • SANS 490:2020 Certified

    Food industry certified alcohol-based handrubs

  • NRCS VC8054 Certified

    Compulsory specification for disinfectants

  • NSF Certified

    Globally recognised organisation for public health standards

  • Halaal Certified

    Approved for Halaal-compliant operations

— 04 / TRUST

Trusted by businesses across key sectors

Kemklean works alongside established businesses across key sectors, delivering practical hygiene solutions, technical support and reliable product solutions that help protect operations, people and brand reputation.
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Peace of mind,
in every drop.

Tell us about your operation — we'll come back with a tailored chemical, equipment and training programme designed for your site.