KIK Technology International, Inc. Announces Substantial Increase in March Sales

    OCEANSIDE, Calif.--April 16, 2002--KIK Technology International, Inc. (OTCBB:KKTI) manufacturers of micro-cellular urethane tires, wheel assemblies and other urethane products, is pleased to announce sales for the month of March of $402,000. This compares with sales of $196,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 105%.
    Mr. William M. Knooihuizen, KKTI president stated that traditional customers are returning to pre-recession orders for KIK products. Sales through established network continue to be strong.
    About KIK Technology International, Inc. KKTI is the leading provider of flat-proof, micro-cellular urethane products to the multi-billion dollar off-highway tire industry. KKTI's proprietary manufacturing process produces over 150 products to replace conventional off-highway rubber pneumatic tires. The Company sells its products and wheel assemblies to the following markets: wheelchair & medical equipment; lawn, garden and turf equipment; and industrial, recreational and sports equipment. For further product information, please call 1-888-KIK TIRE or visit the website at: http://www.kiktire.com. Investors are invited to call 1-800-288-7499 and visit the corporate website at http://www.kiktech.com.

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