Saranex Liquid Tight Zipper Bags, Formalin Warning Print — 3 Sizes, 500 per Case
The Globe Scientific Saranex Liquid Tight Zipper Bag provides a leak-resistant, recloseable barrier engineered for formalin-fixed specimen transport, histopathology sample storage, and gross specimen containment. Each bag carries a printed formalin warning to flag hazardous contents, helping labs meet handling and labeling expectations while protecting staff during routing between collection, accessioning, and grossing stations. ===Technical Specifications===
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Saranex liquid tight zipper specimen bag |
| Volume/Size | 3 x 6 in to 9 x 12 in (3 sizes) |
| Material | Saranex multilayer film |
| Closure/Cap | Liquid tight recloseable zipper seal |
| Graduation | Not applicable; printed formalin warning |
| Sterility | Non-sterile |
| Pack Size | 500 bags per case |
Available Sizes
| 3 x 6 inch — Case of 1000 | 4971 | $746.50 |
| 7 x 8 inch — Case of 1000 | 4973 | $1193.30 |
| 9 x 12 inch — Case of 1000 | 4974 | $1684.70 |
Applications
- Transport of formalin-fixed tissue specimens between collection and the histology lab
- Containment of gross pathology samples submerged in fixative
- Secondary leak protection for biopsy and surgical specimen containers
- Routing accessioned specimens through pneumatic tube or courier systems
- Short-term refrigerated storage of fluid-bearing specimens
- Hazard-labeled holding of formalin-containing material at grossing stations
Quality & Procurement
labsupplies.com is an authorized Globe Scientific dealer shipping from US inventory. Every case carries lot numbers that support traceability for CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. Institutional and grant-funded tiered pricing is available; contact our procurement team for volume quotes across all three sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bags come in each case?
Each SKU ships as a case of 500 bags. The listed price is per case, so a single order covers high-throughput specimen routing without frequent reordering.
Why are these bags printed with a formalin warning?
The printed warning identifies formalin-containing contents at a glance, supporting safe handling and compliant labeling as specimens move between staff and stations.
What does "liquid tight" mean for these zipper bags?
The recloseable zipper seal and Saranex film form a liquid-resistant barrier that helps contain fixative and specimen fluids during transport and short-term storage.
Which size should I select for cassettes versus larger gross specimens?
The 3 x 6 inch (4971) suits small biopsy containers, the 7 x 8 inch (4973) fits routine specimen jars, and the 9 x 12 inch (4974) accommodates larger gross specimens.