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Buckets, Pails and Storage Tubs
Nalgene buckets, pails and storage tubs come in a variety of configurations, but all have one thing in common - excellent chemical compatibility with a wide range of laboratory chemicals and production materials. These products are made with work in mind.
Select a Nalgene bucket, pail or storage tub
| Nalgene Graduated HDPE Bucket | Nalgene Autoclavable Graduated Bucket | Nalgene LDPE Bucket with Lid | Nalgene Large Cylinderical HDPE Tub with Cover |
| Super-rugged and chemical resistant, graduated | Fully autoclavable, graduated | Air-tight cover meets OSHA standards for bloodborne pathogens, graduated | Positive-lock cover provides a tight seal for transport or storage. Easy-grip side handles add comfort and durability for lifting and storing. |
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| High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) | Polypropylene (PP) | Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) | High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Polyethylene coated wire bail | Nylon-coated wire bail | Nylon-coated wire bail | Molded-in hand grips |
| Graduated | Graduated | Graduated | No graduations |
| Do not autoclave | Autoclavable | Do not autoclave | Do not autoclave |
| Pour Spout | No pour spout | No pour spout | No pour spout |
| No cover | No cover | Air-tight cover meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 for bloodborne pathogens | Positive-lock cover. NSF approved for food and beverage storage. |
General chemical compatibility
| Nalgene Graduated HDPE Bucket | Nalgene Autoclavable Graduated Bucket | Nalgene LDPE Bucket with Lid | Nalgene Large Cylinderical HDPE Tub with Cover | |
| Acids, dilute or weak | E | E | E | E |
| Acids^ strong, concentrated | G | G | G | G |
| Alcohols, aliphatic | E | E | E | E |
| Aldehydes | G | G | G | G |
| Bases/alkali | E | E | E | E |
| Esters | G | G | G | G |
| Hydrocarbons, aliphatic | G | G | F | G |
| Hydrocarbons, aromatic | N | N | N | N |
| Hydrocarbons, halogenated | N | N | N | N |
| Ketones, aromatic | N | N | N | N |
| Oxidizing agents, strong | F | F | F | F |
For a more detailed chemical resistance guide by chemical and application temperature, please refer to Chemical resistance guide or request a printed poster for your lab or contact Nalgene Technical Support.
| E | No damage after 30 days constant exposure at 20°C. |
| G | Little or no damage after 30 days constant exposure at 20°C. |
| F | Some effect after 7 days constant exposure at 20°C. |
| N | Not recommended. Immediate damage may occur. |
^Except for oxidizing acids, see "Oxidizing acids, strong."
Chemical resistance simplified
For help selecting the Nalgene containers that are perfect for your lab applications, request a copy of our chemical compatibility wall chart, or for personal assistance, contact the Nalgene Technical Support.
Resources
Certificate of Compliance
Receive a Certificate of Compliance and Certificate(s) of Irradiation (if applicable) on purchased Thermo Scientific Nalgene and Nunc products.
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