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PPI ANNOUNCES NEW ORDER FOR UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

SUNRISE, Fla., March 19, 2007 – Protective Products International (PPI), a subsidiary of Ceramic Protection Corporation (TSX: CEP) ("CPC" or "the Corporation"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of advanced ballistic protective products, announced today that it has received a purchase order from a strategic partner, Eagle Industries Unlimited, Inc., of Fenton, Missouri in the amount of approximately. CAD $1 million for F.S.B.E. (Full Spectrum Battle Equipment) ballistic filler components destined for use by the United States Marine Corps (USMC). Deliveries for the order are to be completed by the end of September, 2007.

The order, consisting of throat, collar and groin protective ballistic components, are recent additions to the USMC's F.S.B.E. ensemble, which provides Marines with ballistic protection, brief underwater breathing capability, flotation, and limited load carriage. The F.S.B.E meets specific mission profiles required by the USMC Force Reconnaissance community, Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Teams (FAST), and MEU (SOC) Helicopter Assault Companies.

Mr. Steve Giordanella, Chief Executive Officer commented: "This order represents a unique example of PPI's diversification of products and manufacturing capabilities to accommodate new and emerging markets. We look forward to continuing to work with Eagle Industries Unlimited, Inc., as well as the USMC, to bring new and innovative products to further protect our deployed soldiers."

About Protective Products International

Headquartered in Sunrise, Florida, Protective Products International is one of the leading designers and manufacturers of state of the art concealable and tactical body armor. The company offers a broad line of products for the government, military and law enforcement communities including special purpose armor, ballistic plates, shields and helmets designed to protect and save lives. Our commitment to customer service over the past twelve years, coupled with a sincere dedication to product craftsmanship and superior quality, has not only become the cornerstone of Protective Products International, it has also made us leaders in the body armor industry. For more information go to www.body-armor.com.