FiteBac Technology
FiteBac Technology is a pioneering biotech company dedicated to making the world safer through advanced antimicrobial technology. Developed by Dr. Kirk Kimmerling and Dr. Franklin Tay, in collaboration with international researchers, FiteBac's proprietary antimicrobial compounds can be permanently incorporated into a wide range of materials, providing durable protection against bacteria, fungi, and viruses. The company is grounded in scientific rigor, with its technology supported by numerous peer-reviewed publications, clinical trials, and FDA clearances. FiteBac's mission is to revolutionize healthcare, dentistry, and industrial applications by integrating antimicrobial protection into products, thereby improving patient outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and setting new standards for safety and efficacy. Their product portfolio includes a variety of antimicrobial molecules, dental materials, and additives for manufacturers, with a focus on innovation and scientific validation.
Industries
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Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
Products
Antimicrobial cavity cleanser (2% quaternary ammonium in aqueous ethanol)
Topical cavity cleansing solution formulated as a low‑migration quaternary ammonium silane in aqueous ethanol for disinfecting cavity preparations and reducing oral microbes prior to restoration.
Methacryloxy silicate antimicrobial additive for orthodontic acrylics
Methacryloxy silicate additive intended for copolymerization into MMA/PMMA orthodontic acrylics and removable dental appliances to provide contact‑killing antimicrobial properties and modify mechanical properties.
Antimicrobial glass, silica and nanoparticle filler products (product codes: G30, G41, G50, G55, RD70, S171, S1711)
Particulate antimicrobial glass, silica and nanoparticle silsesquioxane fillers offered in a range of formulations and particle sizes for integration into composites and resin systems; some variants specify refractive index and particle size.
K18 family antimicrobial monomer variants (K18, K18M, K18H, K18U, K18IBOA)
Series of antimicrobial monomer/oligomer variants formatted for use across adhesives, sealants, cements, endodontic sealers, orthodontic acrylics, dentures, 3D printing resins and other resin systems; technical datasheets available.
K21 antimicrobial formulation (product code K21) for rinses, sealants and cavity applications
Antimicrobial formulation offered for use in cavity cleansers, mouth rinses and sealant formulations; related antifungal and antiviral activity has been reported in technical posters and reports.
Antimicrobial cavity cleanser (2% quaternary ammonium in aqueous ethanol)
Topical cavity cleansing solution formulated as a low‑migration quaternary ammonium silane in aqueous ethanol for disinfecting cavity preparations and reducing oral microbes prior to restoration.
Methacryloxy silicate antimicrobial additive for orthodontic acrylics
Methacryloxy silicate additive intended for copolymerization into MMA/PMMA orthodontic acrylics and removable dental appliances to provide contact‑killing antimicrobial properties and modify mechanical properties.
Antimicrobial glass, silica and nanoparticle filler products (product codes: G30, G41, G50, G55, RD70, S171, S1711)
Particulate antimicrobial glass, silica and nanoparticle silsesquioxane fillers offered in a range of formulations and particle sizes for integration into composites and resin systems; some variants specify refractive index and particle size.
K18 family antimicrobial monomer variants (K18, K18M, K18H, K18U, K18IBOA)
Series of antimicrobial monomer/oligomer variants formatted for use across adhesives, sealants, cements, endodontic sealers, orthodontic acrylics, dentures, 3D printing resins and other resin systems; technical datasheets available.
K21 antimicrobial formulation (product code K21) for rinses, sealants and cavity applications
Antimicrobial formulation offered for use in cavity cleansers, mouth rinses and sealant formulations; related antifungal and antiviral activity has been reported in technical posters and reports.
Services
Coordination with CROs for animal studies, histology and analytical support to generate data for regulatory submissions.
Technical collaboration to incorporate antimicrobial silane chemistries and particulate fillers into adhesives, sealants, resins, coatings, films and dental appliance materials.
Preparation and delivery of safety data sheets, certificates of analysis and assistance with regulatory submissions such as device summaries and pre‑submission communications.
Supply of liquid and powder antimicrobial additive samples and small‑batch quantities for evaluation, including provision of technical data sheets and SDS for product codes.
Coordination with CROs for animal studies, histology and analytical support to generate data for regulatory submissions.
Technical collaboration to incorporate antimicrobial silane chemistries and particulate fillers into adhesives, sealants, resins, coatings, films and dental appliance materials.
Preparation and delivery of safety data sheets, certificates of analysis and assistance with regulatory submissions such as device summaries and pre‑submission communications.
Supply of liquid and powder antimicrobial additive samples and small‑batch quantities for evaluation, including provision of technical data sheets and SDS for product codes.
Expertise Areas
- Antimicrobial materials development
- Dental restorative and appliance material chemistry
- Polymer additive formulation and masterbatch integration
- Surface modification for adhesion and bondability
Key Technologies
- Quaternary ammonium silane chemistries
- Trialkoxysilane / TEOS anchoring chemistry
- Sol‑gel and ORMOSIL processing
- Silsesquioxane nanoparticle production
News & Updates
Research article detailing the mechanism by which quaternary ammonium silane compounds disrupt bacterial membranes and biofilms.
Clinical trial evaluating the antimicrobial efficacy of QAMS-containing orthodontic acrylic resin in vivo.
Study on the antiviral properties of K21 against herpes viruses.
Research on the dual benefits of ORMOSIL-containing acrylic resin for orthodontic applications.
Study demonstrating the antifungal efficacy of K21 against fluconazole-resistant Candida species.
Research on the effectiveness of PLGA submicron particles loaded with quaternary ammonium silane, calcium, and phosphorus against dental infections.
Research article detailing the mechanism by which quaternary ammonium silane compounds disrupt bacterial membranes and biofilms.
Clinical trial evaluating the antimicrobial efficacy of QAMS-containing orthodontic acrylic resin in vivo.
Study on the antiviral properties of K21 against herpes viruses.
Research on the dual benefits of ORMOSIL-containing acrylic resin for orthodontic applications.
Study demonstrating the antifungal efficacy of K21 against fluconazole-resistant Candida species.
Research on the effectiveness of PLGA submicron particles loaded with quaternary ammonium silane, calcium, and phosphorus against dental infections.