5.0 mL HDPE Transport Vial Caps — Natural, Non-Sterile, Unassembled (240-3005-070)
These 5.0 mL High-Density Polyethylene transport vials with natural caps are supplied unassembled and non-sterile in 1000/Bag packaging, offering a cost-effective bulk solution for clinical and reference laboratory specimen collection programs. The natural (clear) cap allows staff to confirm a secure seal at a glance before specimen transport, while the rigid HDPE vial body resists impact and deformation under routine transit conditions. Part number 240-3005-070 accommodates standard specimen volumes for urine, stool, cytology, microbiology, liquid biopsy, and general clinical sample transport workflows.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3005-070 |
| Volume | 5.0 mL |
| Product Type | Transport Vial with Cap |
| Material | High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Cap Color | Natural (Clear) |
| Tube Color | Natural (Clear) |
| Assembly | Unassembled — vials and caps supplied together |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Pack Size | 1000/Bag |
| BPA / Phthalate Free | Yes |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Urine and stool specimen collection and transport at outpatient collection sites and clinical laboratories
- Microbiology and cytology specimen containment from point of collection through pre-analytical processing
- Liquid biopsy and general clinical sample transport requiring a 5.0 mL capacity vial
- Reference laboratory specimen accessioning programs where bulk, unassembled supply reduces per-unit cost and packaging volume
- Color-coded specimen differentiation programs using natural caps as a universal or baseline cap color
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers / saline | Excellent |
| Dilute acids | Excellent |
| Dilute bases | Excellent |
| Methanol | Good |
| Isopropanol | Good |
| Acetonitrile | Good |
| Aromatic solvents (e.g., toluene, xylene) | Limited — not recommended for prolonged contact |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen transport vials are manufactured from BPA-free, phthalate-free HDPE resin, supporting lot traceability requirements under CAP, CLIA, and ISO 15189 accredited laboratory environments. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen consumables and ships from USA inventory, with tiered volume pricing available for hospitals, reference laboratories, and institutional procurement programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these transport vials sterile?
No — they are supplied non-sterile. For applications requiring sterile specimen containers, a sterile-certified vial should be selected instead.
Do the vials come pre-assembled with the caps?
No — the vials and natural caps are supplied together in the bag in an unassembled format. Collection site or laboratory staff assemble them at the point of use, which reduces packaging volume and per-unit cost compared to pre-assembled formats.
What specimen types are appropriate for these vials?
The 5.0 mL HDPE construction is well suited for urine, stool, cytology, microbiology, and liquid biopsy specimens, as well as general clinical samples requiring a rigid, leak-resistant transport container. Because the vials are non-sterile, they should not be used for applications where sterility is a regulatory or clinical requirement.
Can these vials be used with automated accessioning or specimen management systems?
The source data does not specify barcode label compatibility or rack footprint dimensions. We recommend confirming vial outer diameter and height with your laboratory instrument vendor before integrating into an automated track or accessioning workflow.