FAIRFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 15, 2008--Acme United Corporation (AMEX:ACU) today announced an exclusive agreement with Microban International, Ltd. for the use of its Microban antimicrobial technology in hardware, industrial, office and school tools. This agreement covers both the North American and European markets and will initially launch under the Westcott and Clauss brands.

Microban antimicrobial product protection is infused into the product during manufacturing, and inhibits the growth of bacteria for the lifetime of the product. It does not wash or wear away over time. This technology debuts for Acme United in Westcott and Clauss branded products in March 2008.

Walter C. Johnsen, Chairman and CEO said, "We are delighted to announce this exclusive agreement with Microban. We believe its addition to our product line will provide our customers with the leading brand of antimicrobial product protection."

Michael Peterson, Vice President of Marketing added, "Many people whether they are at home, in the office or at school worry about the continuous battle against bacteria. Parents and teachers in particular are only too aware of microbial growth that occurs in the classroom. Westcott branded school products with Microban antimicrobial product protection are a good way in which parents and teachers can help inhibit the growth of bacteria."

"In the professional segment, Clauss branded shears and knives provide the opportunity for the same Microban antimicrobial product protection in kitchens and food preparation environments," said Peterson.

Westcott and Clauss products with Microban antimicrobial product protection will soon be available in leading retailers, catalogs and on-line. Visit www.acmeunited.com for more information.

ACME UNITED CORPORATION is an innovative supplier of cutting devices, measuring instruments, and safety products for school, home, office, hardware and industrial use. Its leading brands include Westcott(R), Clauss(R), and PhysiciansCare (R).

MICROBAN INTERNATIONAL, LTD. is a global technology and marketing company dedicated to enhancing high quality consumer, industrial and medical products with branded built-in protection from microbes.

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