Loose needles, lancets, and used syringes on the bench are a puncture injury waiting to happen — and an immediate compliance failure in any regulated lab or clinical environment. The Heathrow Scientific 1-Liter Sharps Container provides a dedicated, purpose-built disposal point that removes this risk at the source. The slide-access lid delivers both a temporary closure for mid-session security and a final lock-down closure for safe transport to waste disposal — no open containers sitting on the bench between uses, no risk of contents shifting during handling.
Built from durable polypropylene with a clear lid for visible fill-level monitoring, the 1-liter (quart) capacity is sized for point-of-care and benchtop placement — compact enough to keep at every phlebotomy station, sample collection area, or injection prep bench without taking up significant space. The built-in needle removal port eliminates direct hand contact with used needles during removal. Biohazard warning labeling is molded in on all sides. Stackable for space-efficient storage before use. Available in Red and Yellow. Sold as a case of 18.
Features and Benefits
Slide-Access Lid — Temporary and Final Closure: The sliding lid mechanism provides a secure temporary closure between uses and a final permanent lock-down for full containers before transport — preventing accidental spills and maintaining containment integrity throughout the disposal cycle.
Built-In Needle Removal Port: Removes used needles from syringes without direct hand contact — a critical safety feature that eliminates one of the most common mechanisms of needlestick injury during sharps handling in clinical and research environments.
Clear Lid for Visual Fill-Level Monitoring: The transparent lid allows staff to check fill level at a glance without opening the container — enabling timely replacement before overfilling creates a safety hazard, without requiring container opening or manipulation.
Biohazard Warning Labeling on All Sides: Clearly labeled with the universal biohazard symbol — ensuring containers are immediately identifiable as regulated medical waste regardless of orientation or placement, supporting compliance in regulated lab and clinical environments.
Compact 1-Liter (Quart) Benchtop Size: At 4.5 × 4.5 × 7.5 in, this container fits on any bench, cart, or phlebotomy tray without displacing working space — sized for point-of-care placement exactly where sharps are generated, not just in a central waste area.
Stackable Polypropylene Construction: Containers nest and stack for space-efficient storage before deployment — the durable PP body resists cracking, chemical exposure, and the physical handling common in busy lab and clinical supply rooms.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 120177 (Red), 120178 (Yellow) |
| Brand | Heathrow Scientific |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Capacity | 1 Liter (Quart) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 4.5 × 4.5 × 7.5 in (11.5 × 11.5 × 19.2 cm) |
| Lid Type | Slide-access with temporary and final closure |
| Lid Color | Clear |
| Pack Size | Case of 18 |
| Weight (case) | 5.68 lb |
| Country of Origin | China |
Laboratory Applications
Phlebotomy & Blood Collection Stations: Place at every blood draw station for immediate disposal of used needles, lancets, and butterfly sets — the needle removal port and compact footprint make this the standard point-of-care sharps container for phlebotomy workflows.
Research & Academic Lab Benchtop Disposal: Keep at every injection prep bench, animal handling station, and syringe use area in research labs — immediately containing used sharps at the point of generation before they are moved to a larger disposal container.
Compatible with Heathrow Scientific Sample Transport Systems: Designed to be compatible with the Droplet blood collection tray, Totemax®, and blood collection trays — integrating seamlessly into complete Heathrow Scientific sample collection and transport workflows.
Diagnostic & Clinical Laboratory Waste Management: Manage small-sharps waste from diagnostic assay preparation, reagent loading, and clinical testing workflows — the 1-liter size is ideal for lower-volume benchtop stations where a full-size container would be oversized.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Red and Yellow sharps containers?
Both SKUs (120177 Red and 120178 Yellow) are identical in construction, capacity, and all specifications — the only difference is body color. Color selection is typically used for facility-level color-coding of waste streams; consult your facility's waste management protocols to determine which color applies to your sharps disposal program.
How does the slide-access lid work?
The lid slides to an open position for sharps disposal during active use, then slides to a temporary closed position between uses to prevent accidental spills. When the container is full, the lid slides to a final locked position that cannot be reopened — securing contents for safe transport to regulated waste disposal.
What types of sharps fit in the 1-liter container?
The 1-liter container accommodates standard syringes with needles, lancets, butterfly needles, small scalpel blades, and other small sharps generated at point-of-care and benchtop stations. For larger sharps or higher-volume disposal, consider the Heathrow Scientific Sharps Bank (SB1201) for 12-gallon capacity.
Are these sharps containers compliant for regulated medical waste disposal?
These containers are designed to meet the containment requirements for sharps disposal in laboratory and clinical environments. Regulatory compliance with local, state, or federal sharps disposal requirements is the responsibility of the end user — consult your facility's biosafety officer or waste management program for applicable requirements in your jurisdiction.
Quality Assurance
Heathrow Scientific sharps containers are manufactured from durable polypropylene under rigorous quality standards. The slide-access lid mechanism and needle removal port are validated for secure operation throughout the container's use cycle, and biohazard labeling is permanently molded into the body for lasting visibility.
Academic and Institutional Pricing
LabSupplies.com offers tiered quantity pricing for academic and research institutions. As an authorized dealer, we ship directly from USA inventory.