10 mL Transport Vial Caps — Polypropylene, Blue, Non-Sterile, Unassembled (240-3010-B60) | 1000/Bag
These 10 mL polypropylene transport vials ship unassembled with blue color-coded caps, providing clinical laboratories and specimen collection sites a cost-effective bulk supply for urine, cytology, microbiology, and general specimen transport workflows. The clear PP tube body allows direct visual inspection of specimen volume and quality at accessioning, while the blue cap enables fast, color-coded specimen differentiation in multi-tube collection systems. Supplied non-sterile in 1000/Bag format, they are well suited to high-throughput pre-analytical processing environments.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3010-B60 |
| Volume | 10 mL |
| Product Type | Transport Vial with Cap |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Cap Color | Blue |
| Tube Color | Natural (Clear) |
| Assembly State | Unassembled (cap included) |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| BPA / Phthalate Free | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Urine and cytology specimen transport — the 10 mL volume accommodates larger specimen volumes than standard 5 mL vials, supporting multi-aliquot workflows
- Microbiology and stool specimen collection, where PP chemical inertness resists transport media and preservatives
- Liquid biopsy and general clinical specimen transport from outpatient collection sites to reference laboratories
- Pre-analytical accessioning — the clear tube body allows visual QC of specimen type, volume, and gross quality without breaking the cap seal
- Color-coded multi-tube collection workflows — the blue cap convention reduces specimen misidentification risk where multiple tube types are drawn simultaneously
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers and saline | Excellent |
| Dilute acids | Excellent |
| Dilute bases | Excellent |
| Methanol | Good |
| Isopropanol | Good |
| Acetonitrile | Good |
| Aromatic / chlorinated solvents | Limited — not recommended for prolonged contact |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen transport vials are manufactured from BPA-free, phthalate-free polypropylene resin, supporting lot-traceable specimen integrity from collection through pre-analytical processing. LabSupplies.com is an authorized Caplugs® Evergreen dealer and ships from USA inventory, with tiered volume pricing available for clinical laboratories, hospital systems, and reference lab networks operating under CAP, CLIA, or ISO 15189 quality frameworks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these transport vials sterile?
No — the vials are supplied non-sterile. For applications requiring a sterile specimen container, a sterile-grade product should be selected instead.
What does "unassembled" mean for this product?
Unassembled means the blue caps and clear tubes are packed together but not pre-capped at the factory. This bulk format reduces per-unit cost and allows staff to cap vials at the point of use, which is standard practice for most specimen collection and aliquoting workflows.
Why is the blue cap color significant in clinical specimen collection?
Blue caps are a widely recognized color-coding convention for specific specimen types or workflow categories in clinical collection systems. Color coding helps accessioning staff and phlebotomists quickly distinguish tube types during multi-specimen draws, reducing the risk of specimen misidentification.
Can these vials hold urine and other high-volume clinical specimens?
Yes — the 10 mL volume capacity is well suited for urine, cytology, stool, and other specimen types that require more volume than standard 5 mL transport vials. The clear PP tube body also allows a quick visual check of fill volume and specimen appearance before accessioning.