HEX DETEX™
Hexavalent Chromium Detection
& Surface Test Kit
Rapid colorimetric field screening to help identify potential Cr(VI) contamination on surfaces, tools, equipment, and work areas.
Rapid Cr(VI) Detection for Industrial Applications
25 swabs per kit, two component testing system
Routine screening & contamination mapping
Ideal for aerospace, defense, welding & fabrication
RAPID, FIELD READY HEXAVALENT CHROMIUM DETECTION
Hex Detex™ Hexavalent Chromium Test Kit
Hex Detex™ is a portable, easy-to-use field testing kit designed to quickly detect the presence of hexavalent chromium (CrVI) on surfaces and in soil & water samples. Using a simple colorimetric test, Hex Detex™ provides rapid visual results, making it a convenient screening solution for industrial facilities, environmental investigations, water quality assessments, and contaminated-site evaluations.
✓ 15-30 second test
✓ 25 tests per kit
✓ Designed for surface and water & soil samples
✓ Ideal for industrial & environmental field screening
✓ Helps support documentation and compliance procedures
✓ Pairs with Hex Buster™ decontamination products
Detect Cr(VI)
Instant on-site confirmation of hexavalent chromium.
Fast, Easy to Read Results
A simple colorimetric test provides a clear visual indication when Cr(VI) is detected.
Verify Your Results
Test before treatment to identify contamination and retest after cleanup to evaluate effectiveness.
Support Safer Work Practices
Reduce uncertainty and give your team greater confidence when working around potential Cr(VI) contamination.
HOW HEX DETEX™ WORKS
Know Before You Treat with Hex Detex™
Hex Detex™ provides fast, on-site screening for hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] on industrial surfaces and in soil and water samples. Whether evaluating a work area, investigating potential environmental contamination, or performing follow-up screening after cleanup, Hex Detex™ helps users identify where additional attention or testing may be needed.
For applicable surface decontamination projects, Hex Detex™ can be paired with Hex Buster™ to screen for contamination before treatment and evaluate results afterward.
EXPANDED FIELD TESTING APPLICATIONS
Hexavalent Chromium Soil & Water Testing
Identify Potential Cr(VI) Contamination Beyond Industrial Surfaces
Hexavalent chromium contamination isn't limited to equipment and work surfaces. Cr(VI) can also be present in soil and water due to industrial activities, manufacturing processes, improper waste disposal, and historical contamination.
Hex Detex™ offers a convenient field-screening solution for detecting the presence of hexavalent chromium in soil and water samples, helping environmental professionals, industrial facilities, and remediation teams identify potential contamination and determine when additional investigation may be necessary.
Potential Applications
Industrial property and environmental site assessments
Soil contamination screening
Industrial process water and wastewater screening
Surface water and groundwater investigations
Environmental remediation and cleanup projects
Preliminary screening near plating, coating, and manufacturing facilities
Hex Detex™ is intended for qualitative field screening. Results do not establish contaminant concentrations or replace certified laboratory analysis when regulatory or quantitative testing is required. Sample-specific procedures and limitations apply.
Identify Contamination
Use Hex Detex™ to screen suspected surfaces, tools, equipment, work areas, soil, and water samples for the potential presence of hexavalent chromium.
Apply Hex Buster™
Spray, wipe, or soak the affected area using the appropriate Hex Buster™ product for the application.
Reduce Cr(VI) to Cr(III)
The acid-based chemistry reduces hazardous hexavalent chromium into the significantly less hazardous trivalent form.
THE SCIENCE BEHIND HEXBUSTER™
How Hex Buster™ Reduces Hexavalent Chromium
Hex Buster™ uses an advanced proprietary ascorbic acid-based formulation to transform hazardous hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] into trivalent chromium [Cr(III)], a more stable and significantly less hazardous form of chromium. This reaction helps convert contamination into a safer state for cleanup, handling, and disposal procedures.
Because effective cleanup starts with accurate testing, Hex Detex™ helps you identify where treatment is needed and verify the results after Hex Buster™ has been applied.
Targets Cr(VI) directly at the source
Supports safer decontamination workflows
Designed for industrial and military applications
Multiple application formats available
SDS, instructions, and technical documents available
Pairs with Hex Detex™ for pre-cleaning and post-cleaning testing
VIDEO DEMONSTRATION
Hexavalent Chromium Cleanup Demonstration
See how Hex Buster™ performs on a surface contaminated with hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI). The demonstration uses Hex Detex™ before and after cleanup to visually verify whether detectable Cr(VI) remains on the surface.
- Real Cr(VI) contamination demonstration
- Before and after verification with Hex Detex™
- Comparison against common cleaning products
- Demonstrates the importance of verification testing
HEX CHROME REMOVAL & DETECTION PRODUCTS
Solutions for Every Application

Cr(VI) Detection Products
Hex Detex™ - Surface, Soil & Water Testing
Hex Detex™ is a rapid, easy to use field screening solution designed to detect the presence of hexavalent chromium (CrVI) on surfaces and in soil and water samples. Ideal for industrial facilities, environmental professionals, and remediation teams, Hex Detex™ helps identify potential chromium contamination in equipment, work areas, soil, and water, supporting preliminary site assessments, routine inspections, and environmental investigations.
Each box includes one container of solvent, one container of powder, and 25 testing swabs. The solvent and powder are mixed to prepare the testing solution. When used according to the appropriate testing procedure, Hex Detex™ provides a convenient way to screen for potential Cr(VI) contamination in a variety of applications.
HexChecks™
Easy to use, single-use test pens designed to detect the presence of hexavalent chromium on surfaces. Each HexChecks™ pen contains the materials needed to perform one individual test, making it a convenient, ready-to-use option for quick spot checks, periodic inspections, field evaluations, isolated testing, and post-cleaning verification.
HexChecks™ is available in convenient 10-pack boxes or bulk quantities of 500 tests. The smaller pack is ideal for limited or occasional testing, while the bulk format supports frequent inspections and ongoing contamination control programs at military installations, aerospace operations, maintenance depots, production facilities, and other industrial work environments.
Hex Buster™ Solution
A versatile solution designed to treat surfaces contaminated with hexavalent chromium by chemically converting hazardous Cr(VI) into the more stable trivalent chromium form. Available in portable spray bottles, gallon containers, bulk totes, and bucket quantities, Hex Buster™ supports applications ranging from workstation cleanup and spot treatment to equipment decontamination, facility-wide cleaning, planned maintenance, and large-scale remediation. Empty labeled spray bottles are also available for convenient refilling and distribution throughout work areas.
Hex Buster™ Hand Soap & Dispenser
A powdered industrial hand soap developed for workers in environments where hexavalent chromium contamination may be present. It helps remove dirt, grime, and workplace residues as part of a comprehensive hygiene and exposure control program. The soap is available in a 4-pound package or as a complete 16-pound kit with a reusable dispenser. The dispenser may also be purchased separately for installation at sinks, locker rooms, wash stations, facility exits, and other designated hygiene areas.
Hex Buster™ Absorbent
Designed to help contain and manage liquid spills in areas where hexavalent chromium may be present.
Available in 4-pound and 15-pound buckets, it is suitable for spill-response stations, maintenance departments, service vehicles, portable response kits, and industrial work areas. The compact 4-pound size is ideal for smaller or localized spills, while the 15-pound bucket provides a larger supply for facilities with more frequent spill-response needs.
Hex Buster™ Degreaser
An industrial strength cleaner formulated to remove grease, oils, soils, and other residues from contaminated surfaces. Hex Buster™ Degreaser helps prepare equipment, tools, floors, and work areas for more effective chromium decontamination and routine industrial cleaning.
Hex Buster™ Laundry Detergent
A specialized laundry product intended for washing compatible work clothing and reusable fabrics that may have been exposed to chromium-containing dust or residue. It supports workplace contamination-control programs by helping remove contaminants from garments before they are returned to service.
Hex Buster™ Wipes & Wipe Stand
Pre-moistened, disposable wipes provide a fast and convenient way to address hexavalent chromium contamination on tools, equipment, work surfaces, and other compatible materials. The optional dispensing stand keeps wipes organized, visible, and easily accessible, helping facilities establish convenient decontamination points near entrances, exits, production areas, maintenance stations, and other locations where chromium contamination may be encountered.
Hex Buster™ Personal Use Kits
Compact kits containing portable 2-ounce spray bottles of Hex Buster™ neutralizing solution for individual workers, inspectors, maintenance personnel, field teams, and larger crews. Available in quantities of 4, 24, or 48 bottles, these kits make it easy to distribute Hex Buster™ across workstations, departments, service vehicles, mobile teams, military units, and industrial facilities where convenient access to decontamination solution is needed.
Hex Buster™ Combo Kit
A comprehensive detection and decontamination package for facilities managing hexavalent chromium. The Combo Kit combines HexChecks™ testing products with multiple sizes of Hex Buster™ neutralizing solution, giving teams the tools needed to identify contamination, treat affected surfaces, and support follow-up verification.
Kit includes:
- One 500-count box of HexChecks™ tests
- One gallon of Hex Buster™
- Two full quart spray bottles of Hex Buster™
Hex Buster™ Economy Kit
A versatile starter package designed to help facilities establish a practical chromium detection and decontamination program. The Economy Kit provides both bulk and portable testing supplies, refill solution, ready-to-use spray bottles, and additional empty bottles for future use.
Kit includes:
- Ten HexChecks™ 10-packs
- One 500-count box of HexChecks™ tests
- Two one-gallon containers of Hex Buster™ Solution
- Four empty quart spray bottles
Hex Buster™ Spill Kit
A portable spill-response kit for work areas where chromium-containing liquids or residues may be encountered. Packaged in a bucket-style container, the kit includes absorbent, detection tests, disposable towels, and protective gloves to help personnel contain, evaluate, and clean up smaller spills.
Kit includes:
- One 4-pound bucket of Hex Buster™ Absorbent
- One HexChecks™ 10-pack
- One industrial roll of paper towels
- One pair of industrial rubber gloves
Product use should follow the applicable product instructions, Safety Data Sheets, facility procedures, and required personal protective equipment protocols.
SCIENCE, SAFETY & REAL WORLD PERFORMANCE
Why Hex Huster™ Works
The Hidden Threat In Your Workplace
Every day, workers across industries face an invisible threat that traditional safety measures can't truly stop. Hexavalent hhromium, Cr(VI), is a proven carcinogen lurking in welding fumes, coatings, primers, plating operations, and countless industrial processes. While others focus on containing this deadly contaminant, we asked a different question:
What if we could make it harmless instead?
The Hex Buster™ Revolution: From Deadly to Harmless in Minutes
Traditional approaches to Cr(VI) only push the problem around, such as containment systems, disposal protocols, protective equipment. They reduce exposure, but the underlying danger remains, waiting to strike when containment fails.
A Fundamentally Different Approach
BREAKTHROUGH SCIENCE: Our advanced ascorbic acid-based technology doesn't just capture hexavalent chromium. It permanently converts it into trivalent chromium [Cr(III)], a stable, non-hazardous form that occurs naturally in the environment.
PROVEN RESULTS: Independent laboratory testing confirms what our customers already know: Hex Buster™ products achieve greater than 99% reduction of Cr(VI). Not containment. Not reduction. Elimination.
COMPREHENSIVE PROTECTION: From our flagship Hex Buster™ Solution to everyday workplace essentials. such as degreasers, hand soap, laundry detergent, absorbents, and more, every product in our Hex Buster™ family shares one mission: neutralizing Cr(VI) at its source.
Why Elimination Beats Containment Every Time
Traditional Method: Capture dangerous Cr(VI) → Store it → Transport it → Dispose of it → Hope containment never fails
Hex Buster™ Method: Convert dangerous Cr(VI) → Into harmless Cr(III) → Problem solved permanently
The Science You Can Trust
Trivalent chromium isn't just safe—it's actually considered an essential nutrient in trace amounts. By converting the carcinogenic Cr(VI) into this naturally occurring, stable form, Hex Buster™ doesn't just eliminate the hazard. It creates something the environment can safely process.
Complete Protection for Every Application
- Industrial Operations: Neutralize Cr(VI) in welding, plating, and coating processes
- Maintenance & Cleanup: Convert contaminated surfaces to safe zones
- Personal Protection: Hand soaps and detergents that eliminate exposure during and cleanup
- Emergency Response: Absorbents that neutralize spills while containing them
Built For Real World Applications
We know that compliance, safety, and sustainability aren't competing priorities. They are essential partners. Every Hex Buster™ product is engineered to deliver practical, reliable protection that:
- Eliminates risk instead of managing it
- Safeguards workers without complex procedures
- Supports genuinely cleaner operations
- Provides peace of mind that containment never can
The Bottom Line: True Safety
Detect, Treat and Verify
For a more complete approach, pair Hex Buster™ with Hex Detex™ and/or HexChecks™.
Use Hex Detex™ or HexChecks™ before treatment to identify potential Cr(VI) contamination, apply the appropriate Hex Buster™ product, and test again after cleanup to help evaluate the results.
Detect it. Treat it. Verify it.
VIDEO DEMONSTRATION
See How Hex Buster™ Hand Soap Works
Watch how Hex Buster™ Hand Soap helps remove hexavalent chromium (CrVI) from your skin safely and effectively.
- Removes Cr(VI) from skin
- Effective & gentle formula
- Safe for frequent use
- Trusted by professionals
SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
At VES, safety isn't just our priority.
It's our obsession.
Every remediation solution we engineer is built to protect operators, support compliance, and perform in demanding military and commercial environments.
Our remediation offerings include Hex Buster™ products, Tempest Category II air showers available via NSN, containerized decontamination units, and large scale abatement solutions for facilities of any size. These solutions are designed to meet TO 1-1-8 requirements for military partners while also helping commercial facilities comply with applicable state, local, industry, safety, and environmental regulations.
Hex Buster™ is designed to eliminate hazardous hexavalent chromium dust generated during blasting, sanding, and painting operations. By helping reduce contaminant transfer to other areas, personnel, and equipment, Hex Buster supports safer work environments where exposure control matters.
At the same time, VES continues to engineer systems that reduce hazardous dust at the source. From dust mitigation improvements built into our equipment to effective contamination control products, VES remediation solutions deliver mission critical protection in environments where safety cannot be compromised.
Ready to Take the Guesswork Out of Hex Chrome Remediation?
Speak with VES about detection, neutralization, and remediation solutions built for your facility.
PROUDLY MANUFACTURED BY
VETERAN EQUIPMENT SALES
VES is a certified and registered Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in engineered paint, blast, and corrosion control equipment for military, aerospace, and industrial application.

SDVOSB CERTIFIED
Service-Disabled
Veteran-Owned
Small Business

CAGE CODE
7M9Y6

DUNS NUMBER
1-877-752-5278

SAM REGISTERED
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contractor
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