10 mL Polypropylene Transport Vial Caps — Natural, Non-Sterile, Unassembled (240-3010-060)
These 10 mL polypropylene transport vial caps from Caplugs® Evergreen are supplied in natural (clear) color, non-sterile and unassembled, in a cost-efficient 1000/Bag format for high-volume clinical and reference laboratory operations. The natural cap color provides straightforward visual identification and allows technicians to confirm a secure seal at a glance before specimen transport. Polypropylene construction delivers broad chemical compatibility with clinical specimens, transport media, and common preservatives, making these caps a reliable choice across urine, microbiology, cytology, and multi-aliquot workflows.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3010-060 |
| Volume | 10 mL |
| Product Type | Transport Vial Cap |
| Cap Color | Natural |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Assembly State | Unassembled — cap included with vial |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| BPA / Phthalate Free | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Urine and cytology specimen collection and transport in clinical and outpatient settings
- Microbiology and stool specimen transport, leveraging PP's broad chemical compatibility with transport media and preservatives
- Liquid biopsy and multi-aliquot workflows where the 10 mL volume supports larger specimen draws than standard 5 mL vials
- Pre-analytical accessioning: the natural (clear) tube body allows direct visual inspection of specimen type, volume, and quality without breaking the cap seal
- High-volume reference laboratory specimen collection programs benefiting from unassembled bulk packaging for reduced per-unit cost
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers / 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 vial caps are manufactured from BPA-free, phthalate-free polypropylene resin. The unassembled 1000/Bag format reduces packaging volume and supports lot traceability requirements for CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen consumables and ships from USA inventory, with volume pricing available for institutional procurement and grant-funded programs. Part number 240-3010-060 is stocked for same-business-day fulfillment on qualifying orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these transport vial caps sterile?
No — they are supplied non-sterile. For most urine, cytology, microbiology, and general specimen transport applications, non-sterile vials are appropriate, but laboratories with specific sterility requirements should confirm acceptability with their collection protocols.
What does "unassembled" mean for this product?
Unassembled means the natural caps and vial bodies are packaged together but not pre-joined, allowing assembly at the point of use or at a collection site. This reduces packaging volume, lowers per-unit cost, and is common practice for high-volume clinical supply programs.
Can polypropylene transport vials be autoclaved?
Polypropylene is autoclavable in general, but these vials are supplied non-sterile and intended for transport use. Confirm with your laboratory's SOP whether autoclaving assembled vials is appropriate for your specific workflow before doing so.
Why choose a 10 mL vial over a standard 5 mL transport vial?
The 10 mL volume accommodates larger specimen volumes needed for urine cultures, cytology, multi-aliquot liquid biopsy collections, and stool specimens — workflows where a 5 mL vial may be insufficient for the required volume or for splitting samples across multiple downstream tests.