Kimba: The pioneering Chilean company in post-surgical pet bodysuits that now exports to over 40 countries
The Chilean company Kimba, with over five decades of experience, developed BodyCobre®, an innovative garment with antimicrobial technology based on copper and zinc, which is now present in over 40 countries and five continents, improving the recovery of dogs and cats after surgeries.
What began over 50 years ago as a family textile venture focused on children's pajamas, today positions itself as a Chilean innovation with global impact in the veterinary world. This refers to Kimba, which thanks to its BodyCobre®, the first post-surgical body for pets in Chile, is achieving significant international expansion, reaching all 5 continents.
Under the brands BodyCobre® for Latin America and Italy; and CopperBody for the rest of the world, the company is present in more than 40 countries and five continents u2014 America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania u2014 with markets that include the United States, Mexico, Australia, Singapore, Mozambique, Thailand, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom, among others.
With a production that reaches 20 thousand units monthly at a global level, Kimba continues to consolidate its international presence, bringing textile technology "made in Chile" to veterinary clinics and homes around the world.
"For us, being present in countries as distant as Thailand or Mozambique makes us believe that our body is unique, validated by entities such as the University of Chile and in the United States, where in California we have certified ourselves as a lead-free product, both the packaging and CopperBody. Along with this, word of mouth among veterinarians or clinics has caused our BodyCobre® to travel thousands of kilometers to help dogs and cats in places as remote as Australia, being also recognized as a Chile Brand," highlights Adolfo Momares, managing partner of Kimba.
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CERTIFICATIONS AND VALIDATIONS
BodyCobre® | CopperBody, is a postoperative garment that incorporates textile technology with copper and zinc particles. This advancement allows for the creation of an antimicrobial barrier that eliminates up to 99.8% of bacteria, fungi and mites, helping to prevent infections and promoting better wound healing.
In this way, BodyCobre® acts as a physical protection that isolates the wound from the environment, reducing contact with dirt and bacteria, and in most cases replaces the use of the Elizabethan collar, allowing greater comfort and freedom of movement for pets during their recovery.
The effectiveness of this technology has been backed by national and international studies and certifications, including studies at the University of Chile, reinforcing its impact on animal welfare and its positioning as a reliable solution within the veterinary world.
A BIT OF HISTORY
Kimba, a national company with more than 57 years of experience, developed the first post-surgical body for pets in Chile, marking a before and after in the recovery of dogs and cats.
"We are a family business with over 50 years in the textile industry. More than 15 years ago we entered the world of pets, always seeking innovation, new materials, and processes. In this pursuit, we came across a Chilean development that incorporates copper and zinc into the yarn," explains Adolfo Momares, managing partner of Kimba.
Currently, in Chile, Kimba Vet line products are available in clinics and veterinary stores throughout the entire country, in addition to their online platform.
With constant innovation, the company wants to reaffirm its commitment to the welfare of pets and their families, positioning itself as a pioneer in veterinary textile solutions in Chile and the world.