{"product_id":"caplugs-240-5706-06n-165oz-press-close-specimen-container-hdpe","title":"885 mL Specimen Containers, Screw Caps, HDPE, Natural — 240-5706-06N | 12\/Bag | Caplugs® Evergreen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e885 mL Specimen Containers with Press-Close Snap Lids — HDPE, Natural, 12\/Bag (240-5706-06N)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese large-format 885 mL high-density polyethylene specimen containers feature a press-close snap lid for rapid, one-hand closure in high-throughput collection and processing workflows. Supplied non-sterile and unassembled (12 containers + 12 lids per bag), they are engineered for demanding clinical, environmental, and industrial applications where broad chemical resistance, frozen storage compatibility, and autoclave-ready construction are essential. The natural HDPE translucency lets technicians visually assess fill volume without removing the container from the processing area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number (MPN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240-5706-06N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e885 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosure Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePress-Close Snap Lid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembly State\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnassembled — 12 containers + 12 lids per bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Sterile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 \/ Bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutoclave Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — 121°C \/ 15 psi (lid open during cycle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBleach Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — dilute bleach decontamination compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBPA \/ Phthalates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBPA-free; no phthalate plasticizers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24-hour timed urine collection for creatinine, total protein, metals, and hormone quantification — large capacity ensures complete collection without mid-cycle container changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulk liquid biohazard pre-treatment: holding vessel for dilute bleach decontamination or autoclave sterilization before regulated disposal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePooled environmental and water sampling where a wide-mouth, chemically resistant container is required for field and laboratory handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiobank and clinical specimen archiving requiring −20°C frozen bulk storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulk stool culture and parasite concentration workflows where wide-mouth access and easy-open closure support patient self-collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial and food laboratory QC sample collection requiring large-volume, chemically resistant containment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChemical Resistance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReagent \/ Condition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAqueous buffers and saline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDilute acids and bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDilute bleach (sodium hypochlorite)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent — approved for biohazard decontamination use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlcohols (ethanol, isopropanol)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood — short-term contact acceptable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen storage (−20°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutoclaving (121°C \/ 15 psi)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible — open lid during cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAromatic solvents (benzene, toluene)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChlorinated solvents (chloroform, DCM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Procurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen specimen containers are molded from BPA-free, phthalate-free HDPE resin under ISO 9001 quality management. LabSupplies.com is an authorized Caplugs® Evergreen dealer and ships from USA inventory, typically same business day for stocking items. The press-close container line spans a full size range — from 8 oz through the 885 mL format offered here — enabling single-vendor procurement across all collection vessel sizes your facility requires. Tiered pricing is available for high-volume institutional, clinical, and government purchasers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these specimen containers sterile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — they are supplied non-sterile. For applications requiring sterile containers, a separately certified sterile product should be selected. 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Secondary containment is required when shipping biological substances in accordance with IATA and DOT regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre replacement lids available separately, and do the lids ship assembled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach bag contains 12 containers and 12 lids shipped unassembled. 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