Amber Two-Slide Mailers for 25 × 75 mm Glass Slides — PPC, 50/Bag (240-3072-N80)
These polypropylene copolymer (PPC) slide mailers hold two standard 25 × 75 mm laboratory glass slides per mailer, providing protected transport and mailing of paired slides for histology, cytology, IHC, and special stain workflows. The amber body offers both light protection for photosensitive stains and color-coded identification for batch or case sorting, while PPC construction combines the chemical resistance of polypropylene with enhanced flexibility and impact resistance to withstand postal and courier handling. Supplied non-sterile in a 50/Bag format, part number 240-3072-N80 is a reliable consumable for anatomic pathology labs, reference laboratories, and proficiency testing programs.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3072-N80 |
| Type | Two-Slide Mailer |
| Slide Capacity | 2 slides per mailer |
| Compatible Slide Format | 25 × 75 mm standard laboratory glass slides |
| Material | Polypropylene Copolymer (PPC) |
| Color | Amber |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| BPA / Phthalate Free | Yes |
| Pack Size | 50/Bag |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Applications
- Histology: paired H&E plus special stain slide submission in a single mailer
- Cytology: simultaneous transport of two companion slides for correlated review
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and fluorescent stain slides requiring light protection during transit
- Teleconsultation, second-opinion referrals, and remote pathology review programs
- Proficiency testing and external quality assurance slide submissions
- Color-coded case or batch identification in high-throughput anatomic pathology workflows
- CAP/CLIA/ISO 15189 programs requiring lot-traceable slide transport consumables
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers and saline | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Alcohols (ethanol, isopropanol) | Good — short-term contact |
| Formalin / fixatives (aqueous) | Good |
| Acetone / chloroform / xylene | Not recommended |
| Aromatic or chlorinated solvents | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA, these Caplugs® Evergreen slide mailers are manufactured from BPA-free, phthalate-free polypropylene copolymer resin and are lot-numbered to support traceability requirements under CAP, CLIA, and ISO 15189 quality programs. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer of Caplugs® Evergreen consumables and ships from USA inventory, with tiered pricing available for high-volume anatomic pathology departments, hospital networks, and institutional procurement teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these mailers fit standard 1 mm thick glass slides?
Yes — the mailers are designed for standard 25 × 75 mm laboratory glass slides and include protective clearance to accommodate typical slide thickness for safe postal and courier transport.
Does the amber color provide meaningful light protection during shipping?
Yes. The amber PPC body reduces light exposure during transit, making these mailers particularly suitable for photosensitive slides such as fluorescent stains and certain IHC preparations that can degrade under prolonged light exposure.
Are these mailers sterile or suitable for frozen section slides?
These mailers are supplied non-sterile and are intended for transport of processed, stained, or coverslipped slides rather than sterile specimen collection. Confirm suitability with your laboratory's SOP for any specialized slide type.
Can the lot number on the bag be used to satisfy CAP or CLIA traceability requirements?
The bags are lot-numbered, providing the documentation needed to support consumable traceability in CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. Retain the bag label with your reagent/supply log as your protocol requires.