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 Transport Bags, LDPE, Adhesive Closure with Tear Line, Liquid Tight, Separate Document Pouch, 15"×17", 500/Case, with Absorbent Pad
These Biohazard Specimen Transport Bags are manufactured from durable LDPE (polyethylene) and are designed for the secure transport and handling of clinical and laboratory specimens and bodily fluids. Primarily used by hospitals, laboratories, and anti doping agencies, they support safe specimen handling and regulatory compliance. Available in multiple options, the bags accommodate different specimen volumes and transport needs. Each bag features a liquid tight adhesive closure that forms a tamper evident seal once closed. A tear line enables easy opening while clearly indicating if the bag has been previously accessed. A separate front document pouch keeps labels and requisitions isolated from the specimen compartment. The bags display the universal biohazard symbol and comply with OSHA and NCCLS guidelines, with select variants including an integrated absorbent pad for additional leak protection.
Research Products International Corp Biohazard Container, Mini, 1 Quart, Red, 5 per Case
Designed for use in research labs, patient rooms, physicians' offices, clinics and other high-traffic areas. Hinged lid accommodates large items and horizontal drop allows maximum capacity of sharps. The translucent containers and lids help identify fill level. Sharps-Tainers lock for final disposal and can accommodate syringes up to 60cc. Multilingual labeling ensures user safety. Container can be autoclaved or incinerated for final disposal.
Grainger Biohazard Step On Waste Can, 6-Gallon Can Capacity, Polyethylene, Red
Biohazard Step On Waste Container 6 gal.
Essendant 12 GAL RED SQ STEP ON CAN
Rubbermaid Commercial Defenders Step-On Trash Can with Plastic Liner complies with OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens for the safe containment of infectious waste. These step-on trash cans feature a foot pedal for hands-free operation. Trash can is finished in powder-coat and is State Fire Marshal listed. Leak-Proof Plastic Liner & Odor-Barrier Gasket. Waste Receptacle Type: Biohazard/Infectious Waste Bin; Material(s): Steel; Application: Biohazardous Waste Disposal; Capacity (Volume): 6.5 gal.
International Plastics 3X5IN BIOHZRD ZIPPER LCK BAGS
3x5-in Biohazard Zipper Locking Bags. Case of 1000.