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Pails and Snap-Lock Lids


Style B	Style B (Lid with Tear Tab Included)

Keep contents secure with these pails and tight-fitting lids.

Lids with tear tab have a tamper-evident sealing ring with tab.

Lids with telescoping spout allow controlled pouring.

Style B


Lid with Tear Tab		Lid with Tear Tab and Telescoping Spout

	Pails										Lids with Tear Tab		Lids with Tear Tab and Telescoping Spout
	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Bottom ID	Max. Temp., ° F	Food Industry Std.	Space Saving Features	Choose a Color		Each		Each		Each
Polyethylene



		3 1/2	12"	10 1/4"	10 1/4"	140	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520	Nestable	Blue, Green, Red, White	4269T33	00000	4269T13	00000	4269T22	00000

Style B (Lid with Tear Tab Included)

Tear Tab


Lid with Tear Tab and Telescoping Spout	Lid with Tear Tab

	Pails											Lids with Tear Tab		Lids with Tear Tab and Telescoping Spout
	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Bottom ID	Seal Material	Max. Temp., ° F	Food Industry Std.	Space Saving Features	Choose a Color		Each		Each		Each
Polyethylene



		3 1/2	12"	10 1/4"	10 1/4"	EPDM	140	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520	Nestable	Blue, Green, Red, White	4269T37	00000	4269T13	00000	4269T22	00000

Rubber and Plastic Pails


Style D	Style F

Style D

	Dia.	Ht.	Bottom ID	Graduations	Autoclavable	Max. Temp., ° F	Choose a Color		Each
Polyethylene



	3 1/2	12 1/8"	11 3/8"	8 1/2"	1 pt., 1 qt., 1 L, 1 gal.	No	175	Gray, Red	4485T12	000000

Style F

	Dia.	Ht.	Bottom ID	Graduations, qt.	Color	Autoclavable	Max. Temp., ° F		Each
Polypropylene



	3 1/2	10 3/4"	13 1/2"	8 3/8"	1	White	Yes	275	4210T4	0000000

UN-Compliant Shipping Pails for Snap-Lock Lids


	Lids	Lids with Spout

Add a tight-fitting, snap-lock lid to safely ship hazardous materials in these sturdy pails.

Note: For one-time shipping only.

Lids—Lids (sold separately) have a Buna-N rubber seal for extra-tight closure.

	Pails									Lids		Lids with Spout
	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Features	Max. Temp., ° F	Shipping Std.	Choose a Color		Each		Each		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Liquids and Hazardous Solids







				Polyethylene

				3 1/2	11 7/8"	10 1/2"	Nestable	180	UN1H2/Y1.5/30, UN1H2/Y30/S	Black, Blue, Gray, Green, Red, White	3995T429	00000	3995T459	00000	3995T21	00000

Food and Beverage Stainless Steel Pails


Style A	Style B

These 300 series stainless steel pails meet NSF/ANSI standards and are often used in food-processing applications.

Style B—Style B has a second handle on the bottom for easy pouring.

Pails											Lids
Style	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Bottom ID	Ga.	Autoclavable	Food Industry Std.	Features		Each		Each







			300 Series Stainless Steel

			A	3 1/2	12"	10 1/4"	9 1/2"	18	Yes	NSF/ANSI 2	—	4245T2	0000000	4245T11	000000


			B	3 1/2	12"	10 1/4"	9 3/8"	16	Yes	NSF/ANSI 2	Easy-Pour Handle, Heavy Duty Top Handle	4245T4	000000	4245T11	00000

UN-Compliant Shipping Pails with Twist-Lock Lids

Bail Handle

These pails have a twist-lock lid that opens and closes without tools and provides a more secure seal than a snap-lock lid. They are tested to comply with United Nations regulations for packaging and shipping hazardous material over land, sea, or air. These regulations aim to prevent hazardous spills caused by accidents or rough package handling.

Note: It is the responsibility of the shipper to follow regulatory guidelines for properly packaging and labeling all hazardous materials, and ensure the appropriate method for shipping.

For Shipping Hazardous Solids—Open pails for hazardous solids by squeezing the release and turning the lid.

Neoprene Seal—Neoprene seals provide an extra-tight closure in the lid.

Bail Handle—Bail handles are flexible and comfortable to hold. You only need one hand to grab them.

Drip-Free Pouring Lip—Pails with a drip-free pouring lip have a solid rim for a clean, controlled pour.

	Color	Seal Material	Handle Type	Features	Max. Temp., ° F	Shipping Std.	Choose a Lid Color		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Solids







	Polyethylene

	3 1/2	11 5/8"	11"	White	—	Bail	Drip-Free Pouring Lip	150	UN1H2/Y19/S	Blue, Red, White	40015T33	000000


	3 1/2	12 5/8"	12 1/8"	White	Neoprene	Bail	Drip-Free Pouring Lip	150	UN1H2/Y19/S	Blue, Red, White	40015T411	00000

Steel Pails


Style B	Style C

Galvanized Steel—Galvanized steel is more corrosion resistant than tin-plated steel.

Wd.	Dp.	Ht.	Bottom ID	Ga.	Autoclavable		Each







Galvanized Steel

B	3 1/2	11 1/2"	—	—	11"	9"	28	No	4260T4	000000


C	3 1/2	—	12 1/4"	17"	11 1/4"	7 1/2"	20	No	4310T21	00000

Absorption-Resistant UN-Compliant Shipping Pails for Snap-Lock Lids


	Lids

Lids with Spout

Prevent the absorption and permeation of chemicals with these fluorinated pails. Add a tight-fitting, snap-lock lid to safely ship hazardous materials.

These pails are tested to comply with United Nations regulations for packaging and shipping hazardous material over land, sea, or air. These regulations aim to prevent hazardous spills caused by accidents or rough package handling.

Note: For one-time shipping only. It is the responsibility of the shipper to follow regulatory guidelines for properly packaging and labeling all hazardous materials, and ensure the appropriate method for shipping.

Lids—Lids (sold separately) have a Buna-N rubber seal for extra-tight closure.

	Pails									Lids		Lids with Spout
	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Color	Features	Max. Temp., ° F	Shipping Std.		Each		Each		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Liquids and Hazardous Solids







				Polyethylene

				3 1/2	11 7/8"	10 1/2"	White	Nestable	180	UN1H2/Y1.5/30, UN1H2/Y30/S	3995T27	000000	3995T25	000000	3995T26	00000

UN-Compliant Shipping Pails for Tab-Lock Lids


	Lids	Lids with Spout

Add a lid to safely ship hazardous materials with these pails. Pail interiors are lined with epoxy to prevent rust.

Note: These pails meet UN specifications for shipping only if used with the matching lid.

Lids—Lids (sold separately) have a latex seal for an extra-tight closure.

	Pails									Lids		Lids with Spout
	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Ga.	Features	Shipping Std.	Color		Each		Each		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Liquids and Hazardous Solids







				Steel with Epoxy Liner

				3 1/2	11 1/4"	9 7/8"	26	Nestable	UN1A2/Y1.9/100	Black	4211T61	000000	4211T71	000000	4211T72	000000

Closers

Style	For Lid Gauge	Material	Handle Material		Each
A	20 to 28	Aluminum	Iron	3987T1	0000000
B	26 to 28	Aluminum	Wood	3987T3	00000000

UN-Compliant Shipping Pails with Tab-Lock Lids


	Lids

Lids with Spout

These pails come matched with UN-specified lids to safely ship hazardous materials. The lid has a rubber seal for an extra-tight closure. These pails are tested to comply with United Nations regulations for packaging and shipping hazardous material over land, sea, or air. These regulations aim to prevent hazardous spills caused by accidents or rough package handling.

Note: It is the responsibility of the shipper to follow regulatory guidelines for properly packaging and labeling all hazardous materials, and ensure the appropriate method for shipping.

Epoxy Liner—Pails with an epoxy liner are the most chemical resistant.

	Pails									Lids		Lids with Spout
	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Ga.	Features	Shipping Std.	Choose a Color		Each		Each		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Liquids and Hazardous Solids







				Steel with Latex Seal and Epoxy Liner

				3 1/2	11 1/4"	9 7/8"	26	Nestable	UN1A2/Y1.9/100	Black, Gray	4211T64	000000	4211T71	000000	4211T72	000000

Closers

Style	For Lid Gauge	Material	Handle Material		Each
A	20 to 28	Aluminum	Iron	3987T1	0000000
B	26 to 28	Aluminum	Wood	3987T3	00000000

Plastic Trash Cans and Lids

Style A

Style	Shape	Cap., gal.	Wd.	Dp.	Ht.	Circumference	Mobility	For Use Outdoors	Material	Specs. Met	Lid Type	Choose a Color		Each
A	Rectangle	3 1/2	11"	8"	12 1/2"	38"	Stationary	No	Plastic	UL 242	Open	Beige, Black	9866T1	000000

Rectangular Stainless Steel Batch Tanks

316 Stainless Steel—316 stainless steel is more corrosion resistant than 304 stainless steel.

	Tanks										Lids
					Bottom Inside
	Cap., gal.	Wd.	Dp.	Ht.	Wd.	Dp.	Ga.	Appearance		Each	Lid Type		Each
316 Stainless Steel



		3 1/2	13"	10"	10 1/2"	11"	8"	18	Dull	3763K107	0000000	Loose Fitting	3763K39	000000


		3 1/2	17 1/4"	6 1/2"	13 1/2"	15 1/8"	4 3/8"	18	Dull	3676K66	000000	Loose Fitting	3676K86	00000