Hazardous and Biohazardous Waste Disposal Bags and Containers
Durable containers and holders designed specifically to collect hazardous and biohazardous waste. Available in plastic, metal, and incinerable cardboard. All styles (except wire-frame holders) are clearly marked with the universal biohazard symbol, hazardous waste labeling, or are bright red in color for easy identification.
Hazardous and Biohazardous Waste Overview
Any waste that may contain contaminated, infectious, or chemically dangerous substances is considered hazardous or biohazardous. This includes:
- Biohazardous waste: materials that may spread disease in humans, animals, or the environment. Examples include:
- Sharps (needles, blades, glass)
- Certain body fluids
- Human and animal blood or tissue
- Recombinant DNA
- Animal or plant pathogens
These wastes must be separated from general waste and disposed of using approved biohazard containers or bags.
- Hazardous waste: substances that pose chemical or physical risks. Categories include:
- Corrosive – strong acids, bases, cleaning agents
- Reactive – unstable or explosive chemicals, oxidizers
- Toxic – heavy metals, pesticides, poisonous compounds
Improper disposal may cause harm to people, animals, and the environment, making proper containment and disposal essential.
Both categories of waste should always be identified, segregated, and disposed of using appropriate, clearly labeled containers in compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Waste Management Products
Biohazard Waste Bags
Available with or without a warning label. For the economical, safe disposal of contaminated labware, or for autoclave sterilization.
Biohazard Cartons
Used for disposal or incineration of infectious and single-use non-sharps waste.
Biohazard Cans and Canisters
Safety waste cans and canisters for storing contaminated products and other regulated waste, as well as dispensing and transporting hazardous materials.
Hazardous Waste Containers
Specially designed containers for the collection of chemical, toxic, or reactive waste. Available in various materials and capacities for safe handling, transport, and disposal.
Disposal Waste Systems
Safety waste systems designed for maximum protection from both hazardous and biohazardous waste, including chemical liquids, infectious solids, and sharps.
Alkali Scientific Biohazard Specimen Bags, LDPE, Reclosable Drawstring Closure with Cotton Cords, 22"×21" (+ 2.25" Bottom Gusset), 500/Case
These biohazard specimen bags are manufactured from flexible LDPE (low density polyethylene) and are designed for the safe handling, containment, and transport of biological specimens in clinical, laboratory, and research environments. Each bag is clearly printed with a biohazard symbol to support proper identification and compliance with standard biosafety handling practices. The bags feature a reclosable design with two cotton drawstrings, allowing for easy opening, secure closure, and repeated access when needed. Select s include a bottom gusset (BG) to provide added capacity and accommodate bulkier or irregularly shaped specimens. Light yet durable, these drawstring specimen bags are well suited for general specimen handling, sorting, and temporary storage where convenient access and flexible containment are required. They are commonly used in hospitals, physician offices, reference laboratories, and diagnostic facilities. Available s: 9" × 12" (SB509X12) 14" × 18" +
Alkali Scientific Biohazard Specimen Bags, LDPE, Reclosable Drawstring Closure with Cotton Cords, 16"×16" (+ 3" Bottom Gusset), 500/Case
These biohazard specimen bags are manufactured from flexible LDPE (low density polyethylene) and are designed for the safe handling, containment, and transport of biological specimens in clinical, laboratory, and research environments. Each bag is clearly printed with a biohazard symbol to support proper identification and compliance with standard biosafety handling practices. The bags feature a reclosable design with two cotton drawstrings, allowing for easy opening, secure closure, and repeated access when needed. Select s include a bottom gusset (BG) to provide added capacity and accommodate bulkier or irregularly shaped specimens. Light yet durable, these drawstring specimen bags are well suited for general specimen handling, sorting, and temporary storage where convenient access and flexible containment are required. They are commonly used in hospitals, physician offices, reference laboratories, and diagnostic facilities. Available s: 9" × 12" (SB509X12) 14" × 18" +
Alkali Scientific Biohazard Specimen Transport Bag, Easy Open™ Zip Seal with Score Line & Seperate Document Pouch, 100/Pk, 1,000/Case, 12"×15"
These Biohazard Specimen Transport Bags are manufactured from durable 2 mil gauge LDPE (polyethylene) and are designed for the safe transport and handling of clinical and laboratory specimens. Available in multiple s, these bags accommodate a variety of specimen containers and transport requirements. Each bag features a dual pouch configuration, with a secure ziplock closure pouch for specimens and a separate document pouch to keep requisition forms or paperwork isolated from the sample. The bags are clearly printed with the universal biohazard symbol for quick identification and comply with OSHA and NCCLS guidelines for specimen transport. Select variants include an integrated absorbent pad that helps contain potential leaks during transit, providing additional safety and reliability for laboratories, hospitals, and diagnostic facilities.
Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences Biohazard disposal bags H
for personal or general lab use sizes to suit all needsA range of biohazard collection bags printed with biohazard warning symbol and precautions in English Spanish and frenchIncludes an indicator patch that darkens when autoclavedAutoclavable to 250f (121C)Disposable Epoxy coated steel wire holder available HS10044H
USA Scientific Inc Biohazard Disposal Bags, Red
Disposable biohazard bag, red, 20.3 x 30.5 cm, 500/case
Elkay Plastics Company Liner Linear Low Density Red Infectious Waste Print 2 Gallon Capacity 1.5 mil 11 X 14 500 per Roll
These liners are stronger than their low density polyethylene counterparts. Linear low density liners come with star-sealed bottoms and protect the handler from its contents. All bags display the biohazard symbol and warnings in English and Spanish. Meets federal and state regulations for tear resistance of 480 grams (ASTM D1922) and impact resistance of 165 grams (ASTM D1709).
Research Products International Corp Paperboard Biohazard Sharp Object Disposal Pouch, 200 per Package
This hard to pierce pouch offers protection against the danger of being cut by contaminated sharp objects. Remains open in an oval shape by folding the bottom flaps. After filling, the top flaps close and lock in place for safe disposal. Printed with bold biohazard symbol.
Research Products International Corp Red Color Polyethylene Bag Printed with Biohazard Symbol, 2 mil Thick, 24 x 24 Inch Bags, 50 per Package
Bright red, bags feature one long flap for easy opening. Printed with the biohazard symbol and sterilization indicator patch, they are made of High Molecular Weight, High-Density (HMHD) polyethylene. Ensure safe handling and disposal of biohazardous waste. Fits a variety of containers and holders. Bags hold up to 8 gallons.
Elkay Plastics Company Bag Specimen Transport 3 wall Yellow Tint with Removable Biohazard logo, STAT print and Outside Pouch, Reclosable Closure 1.75 mil 6 x 9 1,000 per Case
LKs Lab-Loc Reclosable Zipper Specimen Bags with Seal-N-Rip removable biohazard symbols provide an excellent means for securely transferring specimens in hospital and medical environments while helping to save on disposal costs. The bags have a special removable biohazard symbol which can be torn off and allows the bags to be disposed of with regular waste if they are uncontaminated.
Elkay Plastics Company Bag Specimen Transport Zip Closure 2 wall Pink Tint with Biohazard print 2 mil, 12 x 15, 1,000 per Case
LKs Lab-Loc Reclosable Zipper Specimen Bags provide an excellent means for transferring specimens in hospital and medical environments.
Elkay Plastics Company Bag Specimen Transport 3 wall Clear with Removable Biohazard logo and Outside Pouch, Reclosable Closure 1.75 mil 6 X 9 1,000 per Case
LKs Lab-Loc Reclosable Zipper Specimen Bags with Seal-N-Rip removable biohazard symbols provide an excellent means for securely transferring specimens in hospital and medical environments while helping to save on disposal costs. The bags have a special removable biohazard symbol which can be torn off and allows the bags to be disposed of with regular waste if they are uncontaminated.
Elkay Plastics Company Bag Specimen Transport Zip Closure 2 wall Purple Tint with Biohazard print 2 mil 6 X 9 1,000 per Case
LKs Lab-Loc Reclosable Zipper Specimen Bags provide an excellent means for transferring specimens in hospital and medical environments.