5.0 mL Polypropylene Transport Vials with Blue Caps — Unassembled, 1000/Bag (240-3005-B60)
These 5.0 mL polypropylene transport vials with blue caps are designed for color-coded specimen collection and transport in clinical, reference laboratory, and outpatient settings. Supplied unassembled in 1000/Bag bulk packaging, the natural (clear) vial body and blue cap are included together, allowing collection site staff to assemble on demand while reducing per-unit cost. The clear vial body enables direct visual assessment of specimen quality, while the blue cap supports color-coded workflow differentiation to reduce misidentification risk in multi-specimen collection programs.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3005-B60 |
| Volume | 5.0 mL |
| Product Type | Transport Vial with Cap |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Vial Body Color | Natural (Clear) |
| Cap Color | Blue |
| Assembly | Unassembled — cap included in bag |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| BPA / Phthalate Free | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Urine and stool specimen collection and transport at clinical laboratories and outpatient collection sites
- Microbiology and cytology specimen transport requiring secure cap containment
- Liquid biopsy and general clinical specimen handling where a 5.0 mL capacity is appropriate
- Reference laboratory specimen accessioning and pre-analytical processing workflows
- Color-coded multi-specimen collection programs where blue caps denote a specific specimen type or workflow category
- High-volume bulk supply programs at hospital systems, outpatient networks, and reference labs seeking per-unit cost efficiency
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers and clinical specimens | Excellent |
| Dilute acids | Excellent |
| Dilute bases | Excellent |
| Methanol | Good |
| Isopropanol | Good |
| Acetonitrile | Good |
| Aromatic solvents (toluene, xylene, etc.) | Limited — not recommended for prolonged contact |
| Chlorinated solvents (chloroform, DCM, etc.) | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen transport vials are manufactured from BPA-free, phthalate-free polypropylene resin. The unassembled format minimizes packaging volume and lowers per-unit cost versus pre-assembled alternatives, making them well suited for high-volume procurement by clinical laboratories, hospital systems, and reference laboratory networks. LabSupplies.com is an authorized Caplugs® Evergreen dealer, shipping from USA inventory with tiered pricing available for institutional and grant-funded accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these transport vials sterile?
No — part number 240-3005-B60 is supplied non-sterile. For applications requiring sterile transport vials, please contact us to confirm whether a sterile variant is available.
What does "unassembled" mean — are the caps included?
Yes. "Unassembled" means the vials and blue caps are packed together in the same bag but are not pre-joined. Collection site or lab staff assemble them at the point of use. This format reduces packaging volume and per-unit cost compared to pre-assembled alternatives.
Why choose a blue cap rather than a natural or other color?
Blue caps support color-coded specimen identification conventions used in many clinical collection systems. Assigning a specific cap color to a specimen type or workflow category reduces misidentification risk when staff are handling multiple specimen types simultaneously.
Can these vials be used with specimen preservatives or transport media?
Polypropylene offers broad chemical resistance to aqueous specimens, transport media, and common specimen preservatives. It is not recommended for prolonged contact with aromatic or chlorinated solvents. Always verify compatibility with your specific reagent or preservative before routine use.