15 mL Polypropylene Transport Vials — Assembled, Non-Sterile, 1000/Bag (240-3615-03K)
These 15 mL polypropylene transport vials from Caplugs® Evergreen are supplied assembled and ready to use, with no additional preparation required before specimen collection or transfer. Designed for clinical, research, and environmental laboratory workflows, the vials arrive 1000 per bag and are well-suited wherever a standard 15 mL transport format is needed. Non-sterile construction keeps unit costs low for high-throughput specimen handling programs.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3615-03K |
| Volume | 15 mL |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Format | Assembled (cap integrated) |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| BPA-Free | Yes |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| Lot Numbered | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Biological specimen transport and short-term storage in clinical laboratories
- Urine specimen collection and transfer workflows
- Swab transport medium containment for microbiology and virology
- Molecular diagnostics and PCR specimen preparation
- Reagent and buffer aliquoting in research and biotech settings
- Environmental specimen collection where a 15 mL capacity is required
- LIMS-integrated workflows requiring barcode-label-compatible vial surfaces
- Multi-analyte specimen panels in CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers and saline | Excellent |
| Biological specimens (urine, swab media, serum) | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Ethanol (<70%) | Good — short-term contact |
| Transport media and common laboratory reagents | Good |
| Chlorinated or aromatic solvents (chloroform, xylene) | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen transport vials are manufactured from BPA-free polypropylene resin and carry lot-level traceability to support quality documentation requirements in CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen consumables and ships from USA inventory, ensuring reliable lead times for institutional purchasing programs, standing orders, and grant-funded accounts seeking consistent lot-to-lot performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these vials sterile?
No — they are supplied non-sterile. For applications requiring a sterile transport vial, a sterile-grade product should be selected instead.
Do the vials arrive with caps already attached?
Yes. The assembled format means each vial ships with its cap integrated, so they are ready for immediate use with no separate assembly step required.
Are these vials compatible with LIMS barcode scanning?
The vial surface is compatible with standard laboratory labels, supporting barcode scanning and LIMS specimen tracking workflows used in clinical microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and environmental testing labs.
How does lot numbering support accreditation requirements?
Each bag carries a lot number that enables traceability back to the manufacturing batch. This documentation supports internal quality records and satisfies consumable traceability expectations under CAP, CLIA, and ISO 15189 accreditation frameworks.