15 mL Polypropylene Transport Vials with Yellow Caps — Unassembled, 1000/Bag (240-3615-Y60)
These 15 mL polypropylene transport vials from Caplugs® Evergreen are supplied with yellow caps, non-sterile, and unassembled in a 1000/Bag format well-suited to high-volume clinical specimen collection and laboratory transfer workflows. The 15 mL capacity accommodates standard specimen volumes for urine culture, swab transport medium, viral transport medium, and molecular specimen banking, while the yellow cap provides instant color-coded identification within multi-cap-color vial systems. The flat-pack unassembled format allows compact storage and reduces shipping volume on the shelf or in supply rooms.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3615-Y60 |
| Product Type | Transport Vial |
| Volume | 15 mL |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Cap Color | Yellow |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Format | Unassembled |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| BPA-Free | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Urine culture collection and short-term specimen storage in clinical microbiology workflows
- Swab transport medium and viral transport medium (VTM) containment for virology and molecular diagnostics
- Molecular specimen banking and PCR sample preparation, where polypropylene construction ensures broad reagent compatibility
- Reagent and buffer aliquoting in research and biotech laboratory environments
- Environmental specimen collection requiring a standardized 15 mL vial format
- Color-coded departmental or batch organization using yellow caps within multi-cap-color vial systems
- LIMS barcode scanning and automated specimen processing, supported by a label-compatible vial surface
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers and saline | Excellent |
| Biological specimens (urine, swabs, serum) | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Alcohols (<70%) | Good — short-term contact |
| Transport media and viral transport medium | Good |
| Chlorinated solvents (chloroform, DCM) | Not recommended |
| Aromatic solvents (toluene, xylene) | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen transport vials are manufactured from BPA-free polypropylene resin with lot numbering to support traceability requirements in CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen consumables and ships from USA inventory, typically same business day for stocking items, with volume pricing available for institutional purchasing and high-throughput specimen collection programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these transport vials sterile?
No — the 240-3615-Y60 vials are supplied non-sterile. For applications requiring a sterile interior, a sterile-format vial should be selected instead.
What does "unassembled" mean for this product?
Unassembled means the vial bodies and yellow caps are packed separately within the bag rather than pre-capped. This flat-pack configuration reduces shipping volume and storage footprint, and technicians cap the vials at the point of use.
What is the yellow cap used to indicate?
Yellow caps are commonly used in multi-cap-color clinical and research vial systems to designate a specific specimen type, batch group, or department — for example, ACD-type specimen categories or a particular collection workflow. The specific color-coding convention is defined by each laboratory's own standard operating procedures.
Are these vials compatible with barcode labeling and LIMS systems?
Yes — the smooth outer surface of the polypropylene vial accepts standard laboratory labels and is compatible with barcode scanning and LIMS specimen-tracking workflows used in clinical microbiology, virology, and molecular diagnostics settings.