Decon for your fire boots
Soot-X: Decon for your fire boots
The decontamination boot cream from the maker of pak-ex: up to 94% of carcinogenic PAHs and soot particles off the leather¹.
up to
94%
of PAHs and soot particles removed from leather¹
33,53 € netto
39,90 € inkl. 19 % MwSt. · zzgl. Versand
- 9 times stronger than soap and water¹
- Leather keeps its water-repellent finish¹
- Gentle on your boots and your hands, free of skin-irritating ingredients¹
- Developed by PhD scientists
- From the maker of pak-ex
- Purchase on account for fire departments, municipalities and emergency services
- From the maker of pak-ex DermaPurge, a spin-off of the Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden
- Personal advice +49 1522 8790057 or sales@rescuevation.com
¹ Manufacturer figures from DermaPurge GmbH; the label states “up to 94% of carcinogenic PAHs & soot particles”.
Contamination carry-over
What's on the boot rides along
Fire smoke and soot contain PAHs, several of which are considered carcinogenic. These substances lodge in leather, seams and tread and travel from the call into the changing room, locker and home. Soot-X breaks the chain where it is easiest: at the boot.
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Fire call
Soot and PAHs lodge in leather, seams and tread.
Soot and PAHs lodge in leather, seams and tread.
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Ride back
The boots ride back to the station.
The soot rides along in the cab.
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Boot area at the station
Soot-X steps in here
Brush, Soot-X, water: up to 94% of PAHs and soot particles come off the leather¹.
Brushing off, or soap and water. According to the manufacturer, 9 times weaker than Soot-X¹.
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Locker room
Clean boots go into the locker, not the soot.
Whatever stays in the leather ends up in the changing room and locker.
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Home
Far less soot comes home with you.
Via clothing and street shoes into the car and all the way home.
Soot-X minimizes contamination carry-over¹: the chain breaks at the boot, before the soot reaches the changing room, locker and home.
¹ Manufacturer figures from DermaPurge GmbH. Background: since 2022, the WHO's IARC has classified occupational exposure as a firefighter in its highest category, “carcinogenic”. DGUV Information 205-035 “Hygiene und Kontaminationsvermeidung bei der Feuerwehr” (hygiene and contamination prevention in the fire department) describes the separation of contaminated and clean equipment.
From research
Developed in the lab, made for the boot area
Behind Soot-X is DermaPurge from Dresden, the maker of pak-ex and a spin-off of the Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research. Soot-X was developed by PhD scientists from particle and polymer research.
Managing director Jonas Schubert holds a PhD in chemistry and has been active in the fire department for over 22 years, including as a breathing apparatus wearer and crew leader. He knows what boots look like after a fire and what works in practice at the station.
- Up to 94% of PAHs and soot particles removed from leather¹
- Leather keeps its water-repellent finish¹
- No washing machine: spares the service life of your boots¹
- Free of skin-irritating ingredients¹
From the same team
pak-ex for the skinOver 96% of PAHs off the skin², vfdb Excellence Award 2023
- 1Soot and PAHs sit in the grain
- 2Spread Soot-X with the sponge
- 3Rinse until the water runs clear
- 4Water still beads off
- up to 94% PAHs and soot off leather¹
- 9× stronger than soap and water¹
- only 3 steps: brush, sponge, water
¹ Manufacturer figures from DermaPurge GmbH; the label states “up to 94% of carcinogenic PAHs & soot particles”. ² pak-ex: manufacturer figure from DermaPurge GmbH, vfdb Excellence Award 2023.
Side by side
Soap and water are not enough
How Soot-X changes the usual routine at the boot area.
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Before: Brushing, soap and water
With Soot-X: 9 times stronger¹ than soap and water
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Before: Soot in the tread travels into the changing room and locker
With Soot-X: Minimizes contamination carry-over¹
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Before: Boots in the washing machine
With Soot-X: Water-repellent finish stays intact¹, no wash cycle takes a toll on the boots' service life
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Before: Waiting for the boots to come back cleaned
With Soot-X: Decontaminate them yourself: independent, reliable and simple
¹ Manufacturer figures from DermaPurge GmbH; the label states “up to 94% of carcinogenic PAHs & soot particles”.
How to use
Decontaminated in three steps
All you need is a brush and water. The tube already has the sponge on its tip.
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Schritt 1: Brush off loose dirt
Brush loose soot and dirt off the boot, including from the tread.
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Schritt 2: Apply and spread Soot-X
Apply Soot-X and spread it with the sponge over the shaft, seams and toe cap. On the tube, the sponge sits right on the tip.
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Schritt 3: Rinse until the water runs clear
Rinse with water until the rinse water runs clear. The leather keeps its water-repellent finish¹.
Ideally right after the call, in the yard or at the station's boot area, before the boots go into the changing room and locker.
Tip for the tricky spots
Ideal with Völkl boots
The fully opening zipper makes even the trickiest spots easy to clean. That way you can reach the tongue with Soot-X too.
Complete decon
Boots and skin in one package
Anyone decontaminating boots gets soot on their hands. With pak-ex and the Water-Wipe from the same manufacturer, your skin is taken care of too, at the station and on scene.
All prices net, excl. 19% VAT and shipping. Like Soot-X, pak-ex and the Water-Wipe come from DermaPurge.
What is Soot-X?
Soot-X is a decontamination cream for firefighting boots and shoes. According to the manufacturer, it removes up to 94% of carcinogenic PAHs and soot particles from leather and is 9 times stronger than soap and water. It is made by DermaPurge from Dresden, which also makes pak-ex.
How do I use Soot-X?
Brush off loose dirt, apply Soot-X and spread it with a sponge, then rinse with water until the rinse water is clear. The tube has the sponge right on its tip.
Does Soot-X damage the leather?
According to the manufacturer, the leather keeps its water-repellent finish. Because no machine washing is needed, the service life of the boots is not affected either.
Is Soot-X gentle on skin?
Soot-X is free of skin-irritating ingredients and, according to the label, is gentle on boots and hands. pak-ex is made for cleaning your skin after the call.
Tube or bottle: which is right for me?
The 100 ml tube has a sponge applicator and fits in your locker and kit bag. The 500 ml EURO bottle is meant for the whole crew's boot area and comes at a considerably lower price per 100 ml.
How does it differ from pak-ex?
pak-ex cleans the skin and, according to the manufacturer, removes over 96% of PAHs. Soot-X cleans the boots. Both come from DermaPurge and complement each other: skin first, then the gear.
Can my fire department order on account?
Yes. Fire departments, municipalities and emergency services order from us on account. For larger quantities, we are happy to prepare a quote for your fire department.
How quickly will Soot-X reach me?
The delivery time is approx. 5 to 10 working days.
Soot-X
Soot stays at the station
Decontaminate your boots yourself: independent, reliable and simple. Up to 94% of PAHs and soot particles come off the leather.
The decon routine
Three stops after every fire call
Soot-X is one part of the routine. With pak-ex and the Water-Wipe from the same maker, you cover skin and boots.
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Fireground
Schritt 1: Skin first
Apply pak-ex to hands, face and neck and wipe it off with the Water-Wipe. This works without a tap too.
- 1× pak-ex, 200 ml tube20,97 € netto
- 1× Water-Wipe, 20 XL wipes9,23 € netto
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Station
Schritt 2: Decontaminate boots
Brush off, spread Soot-X with the sponge and rinse until the water runs clear.
- 1× Soot-X, 100 ml tube11,90 € netto
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Sink
Schritt 3: Final hand wash
After boot care, wash your hands with pak-ex and cold water.
- 1× pak-ex, 500 ml pump dispenser37,77 € netto
Complete routine 79,87 € netto · 95,05 € inkl. MwSt.
Everything in one package, so you only pay shipping once.
All prices net, excl. 19% VAT and shipping. pak-ex: over 96% of PAHs off the skin, according to manufacturer figures from DermaPurge GmbH.