One-Slide Mailers, Polypropylene Copolymer, Yellow — 25×75 mm Glass Slide Transport (240-3071-Y80)
These yellow polypropylene copolymer (PPC) one-slide mailers are engineered to protect a single standard 25×75 mm laboratory glass slide during postal, courier, and interlaboratory transport. Supplied non-sterile in convenient 50/Bag format, the yellow body color enables immediate color-coded identification for workflow sorting in anatomic pathology, cytology, and related slide-based disciplines. The PPC construction combines the chemical resistance of polypropylene with enhanced flexibility and impact resistance, reducing the risk of slide breakage in transit.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3071-Y80 |
| Product Type | One-Slide Mailer |
| Material | Polypropylene Copolymer (PPC) |
| Color | Yellow |
| Compatible Slide Format | 25 mm × 75 mm × 1 mm standard glass slides |
| Capacity | 1 glass slide per mailer |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| BPA / Phthalate Free | Yes |
| Lot-Numbered | Yes — for traceability |
| Pack Size | 50/Bag |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Postal and courier transport of histology and H&E-stained glass slides between facilities
- Interlaboratory routing of cytology slides for second-opinion pathology and teleconsultation
- Safe transfer of immunohistochemistry (IHC) and fluorescent-labeled slides that are sensitive to breakage
- Color-coded case management in anatomic pathology and clinical labs — yellow mailers distinguish specific slide types, case categories, or batch groups at receipt, sorting, and review
- Proficiency testing and external quality assessment slide submissions
- Hematology, microbiology, and special stain slide archiving and redistribution workflows
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers / saline | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Ethanol (<70%) | Good — short-term contact |
| Isopropanol | Good — short-term contact |
| Acetone / xylene / chlorinated solvents | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen one-slide mailers are manufactured from BPA-free, phthalate-free polypropylene copolymer resin and are lot-numbered for full traceability — supporting CAP, CLIA, and ISO 15189 documentation requirements. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen laboratory consumables and ships from USA inventory, typically same business day for stocking items. Tiered pricing is available for high-volume institutional, hospital, and reference laboratory accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What slide size do these mailers accommodate?
These mailers are sized for standard 25 mm × 75 mm × 1 mm laboratory glass slides — the format used across histology, cytology, hematology, IHC, and special stain workflows. They are not designed for oversized or non-standard slide formats.
Are these slide mailers sterile?
No — they are supplied non-sterile, which is appropriate for the vast majority of fixed or stained glass slide transport applications. If your workflow requires sterile packaging, please contact us to discuss alternatives.
Why choose yellow mailers over a neutral color?
The yellow body color allows laboratories to implement color-coded slide management systems, distinguishing specific case types, priority levels, or batch groups at a glance during receipt, sorting, and pathologist review — reducing misrouting errors without relabeling.
Are these mailers suitable for compliance-tracked workflows such as CAP or ISO 15189?
Yes. Each bag is lot-numbered, providing the traceability documentation required by CAP, CLIA, and ISO 15189 quality management programs. The BPA-free, phthalate-free material composition also supports regulatory compliance reporting.