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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.	Lid Color		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Solids







	Polyethylene

	2 1/2	12 1/8"	10 1/8"	White	Neoprene	Bail	Drip-Free Pouring Lip	150	UN1H2/Y13/S	White	40015T44	000000

Disposable Pails

Style E

These single-use pails are often used to mix paint.

Ht.	Bottom ID	Graduations	Color	Autoclavable	Max. Temp.		Each







HDPE

E	2 1/2	10 5/8"	9 1/2"	8 1/4"	32 oz., 1 qt., 1 L	Semi-Clear White	No	Not Rated	2084N15	00000

Steel Pails

Style B

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

Ht.	Bottom ID	Ga.	Autoclavable		Each







Galvanized Steel

B	2 1/2	11"	9 1/4"	8 1/4"	28	No	4260T2	000000

Rubber and Plastic Pails

Style G

Style G have thick walls, so they're more durable than other plastic pails.

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



	2 1/2	13"	9 1/4"	9 1/8"	2 pt., 1 L	Semi-Clear White	No	245	4286T1	0000000

Rectangular UN-Compliant Chemical-Resistant Shipping Jugs with Tamper-Evident Seal

Jug with Security

Ring

Prevent the absorption of harsh solvents, cleaning agents, and adhesives to safely ship hazardous liquids. These jugs have a security ring on the lid that separates when the jugs are opened. They’re also known as closed-head pails. All of these jugs 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.

	Jugs																	Replacement Lids
						Lid				Handle
	Cap., gal.	Wd.	Dp.	Ht.	Seal Material	Type	Material	Color	Mouth OD	Material	Type	Features	Max. Temp., ° F	Shipping Std.	Color		Each		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Liquids







				HDPE

				2 1/2	7 5/8"	9 1/4"	12"	EPDM	Threaded	LDPE	White	2 3/4"	Plastic	Molded	Security Ring	145	UN3H1/Y1.8/100	Opaque White	4135T363	000000	4135T651	00000


				2 1/2	8 3/8"	9 3/8"	11 1/2"	EPDM	Threaded	LDPE	Black	2"	Plastic	Molded	Security Ring	170	UN3H1/Y1.8/150	Semi-Clear White	4135T757	00000	———	0

Round Stainless Steel Batch Tanks

Style A

Style A have clamps to hold lid down.

Bottom ID	Ga.	Appearance	Lid Type	Seal Material	Includes		Each







316 Stainless Steel

2 1/2	10"	9 1/2"	9 1/2"	23	Polished	Tight Fitting	Silicone Rubber	Lid	41815T2	0000000

Rectangular UN-Compliant Shipping Jugs

Also known as closed-head pails, these jugs have a small top opening. Made of HDPE, they resist chemicals and prevent the absorption of harsh solvents, cleaning agents, and adhesives to safely ship hazardous liquids. These jugs 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.

						Lid				Lid Knockout			Handle
	Cap., gal.	Wd.	Dp.	Ht.	Seal Material	Type	Material	Color	Mouth OD	Pipe Size	Gender	Thread Type	Material	Type	Max. Temp., ° F	Shipping Std.	Color		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Liquids







				HDPE

				2 1/2	7 3/4"	9 1/8"	12 1/4"	Rubber	Threaded	Polyethylene	White	2"	3/4	Female	NPT	Plastic	Molded	150	UN3H1/Y1.2/100	Semi-Clear White	4135T19	000000

Food and Beverage Round Metal Batch Tanks

Style B

These metal batch cans meet NSF/ANSI 2 standards for food-processing equipment.

Style B

Tanks										Hinged Lids
Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Bottom ID	Ga.	Appearance	Food Industry Std.	Features		Each		Each







			Aluminum

			2 1/2	10"	7 5/8"	8 3/4"	8	Dull	NSF/ANSI 2	Seamless	4177T21	000000	4249T52	000000

UN-Compliant Collapsible Plastic Shipping Jugs with Packing Kit

The jug inside these containers collapses as it dispenses for uninterrupted flow. The jug is protected by a cardboard box with an opening to access the jug’s spout. Use them together to ship hazardous liquids. The jug is 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.

		Lid
	Cap., gal.	Type	Material	Color	Mouth OD	Features	Shipping Std.	Color		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Liquids







				Polyethylene

				2 1/2	Threaded	Polypropylene	White	1 1/2"	Easy-Access Spout	CFR Title 49 for Packing Group II, CFR Title 49 for Packing Group III, UN4G/Y16/S	Clear	4935T8	000000

UN-Compliant Rigid Plastic Shipping Jugs with Packing Kit

Jugs with Security Ring

These jugs hold their shape as liquid is dispensed. They come with a cardboard box for protection. All 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. All of these jugs have threads for attaching a spigot.

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.

Security Ring—To discourage tampering, use jugs with a security ring. When the jug is opened, the ring separates from the lid.

			Lid				Handle
	No. of Jugs	Cap., gal.	Type	Material	Color	Mouth OD	Material	Type	Features	Shipping Std.	Color		Each
For Shipping Hazardous Liquids







				HDPE

				2	2 1/2	Threaded	Polypropylene	White	2 1/2"	Plastic	Molded	Security Ring	CFR Title 49 for Packing Group II, CFR Title 49 for Packing Group III, UN4G/Y32/S	Semi-Clear White	4973N14	000000

Safety Cans


Style C	Style E	Style G

Also known as Type I safety cans, these have a single opening for both filling and pouring. Safety cans are a safer choice than fuel cans for storing flammable liquids. They have a spring-loaded, self-closing lid; pressure-relief cap; and a flame arrester.

Powder-Coated Steel


Style C	Rigid Plastic Pour Spout	Flexible Steel Pour Spout

Powder-coated steel cans are for petroleum-based liquids.

Color—Color-coding typically indicates usage: red for gasoline, yellow for diesel, blue for kerosene, and green for other liquids.

Cans										Rigid Plastic Pour Spouts		Flexible Steel Pour Spouts
Style	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Certification	Flammability Rating	Choose a Color		Each		Each		Each
C	2 1/2	11 3/4"	11 1/2"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T181	000000	4290T36	000000	4290T35	000000

316 Stainless Steel

Style E

Stainless steel cans are corrosion resistant and often used with liquids such as acetone, ether, toluene, and xylene.

Style E—Style E have a steel rim at the base for added support.

Style	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Certification	Flammability Rating		Each
E	2 1/2	11 1/4"	9 3/4"	1 1/2"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1926.152	4291T21	0000000

Polyethylene

Style G

Polyethylene cans won't rust, dent, or pit and are for chemicals and corrosives.

Color—Color-coding typically indicates usage: red for gasoline, yellow for diesel, blue for kerosene, and green for other liquids.

Style	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Certification	Color		Each
G	2 1/2	10 3/4"	14 1/4"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, FM Approved	Red	3994T18	0000000

Safety Cans for Flammable Liquids Disposal

Store leftover hazardous liquids until they can be properly discarded. The spring-loaded, self-closing cap on these cans automatically vents to relieve excess vapor pressure, and a flame arrester protects against outside ignition.

316 Stainless Steel

316 stainless steel cans are for liquids such as acetone, alcohol, ether, toluene, and xylene.

Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening OD	Certification		Each
2 1/2	11 1/4"	12"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	4103T11	0000000

Galvanized Steel

Galvanized steel cans are for petroleum-based liquids.

Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening OD	Certification	Color		Each
2 1/2	11 1/4"	12"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	Red	4103T21	0000000

Safety Cans with Built-In Spout


Style A	Style B

Also known as Type II safety cans, these have two openings—one for filling, one for pouring. Safety cans are a safer choice than fuel cans for storing flammable liquids. They have a spring-loaded, self-closing lid; pressure-relief cap; flame arrester; and a vacuum-release valve for controlled pouring.

Powder-Coated Steel


Style A	Style B

Style B—Style B have a steel roll bar that protects the spout, handle, and trigger during transport.

Color—Color-coding typically indicates usage: red for gasoline, yellow for diesel, blue for kerosene, and green for other liquids.

Cans													Replacement Spouts
					Spout
Style	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Lg.	OD	Flexibility	Certification	UN Shipping Std.	Choose a Color		Each		Each
A	2 1/2	11 1/2"	12"	1 1/2"	9"	5/8"	Flexible	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	—	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T53	0000000	4290T42	000000
B	2 1/2	11 3/4"	12"	1 1/2"	9"	5/8"	Flexible	FM Approved	UN1A1/Y1.2/100	Red	4290T56	000000	4290T42	00000