Bucket

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 BucketNalgene Autoclavable Graduated BucketNalgene LDPE Bucket with LidNalgene Large Cylinderical HDPE Tub with Cover
Super-rugged and chemical resistant, graduatedFully autoclavable, graduatedAir-tight cover meets OSHA standards for bloodborne pathogens, graduatedPositive-lock cover provides a tight seal for transport or storage. Easy-grip side handles add comfort and durability for lifting and storing.
High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)Polypropylene (PP)Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Polyethylene coated wire bailNylon-coated wire bailNylon-coated wire bailMolded-in hand grips
GraduatedGraduatedGraduatedNo graduations
Do not autoclaveAutoclavableDo not autoclaveDo not autoclave
Pour SpoutNo pour spoutNo pour spoutNo pour spout
No coverNo coverAir-tight cover meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 for bloodborne pathogensPositive-lock cover. NSF approved for food and beverage storage.

General chemical compatibility

 Nalgene Graduated HDPE BucketNalgene Autoclavable Graduated BucketNalgene LDPE Bucket with LidNalgene Large Cylinderical HDPE Tub with Cover
Acids, dilute or weakEEEE
Acids^ strong, concentratedGGGG
Alcohols, aliphaticEEEE
AldehydesGGGG
Bases/alkaliEEEE
EstersGGGG
Hydrocarbons, aliphaticGGFG
Hydrocarbons, aromatic NNNN
Hydrocarbons, halogenated NNNN
Ketones, aromaticNNNN
Oxidizing agents, strongFFFF

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."


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California Proposition 65 Warning: Products manufactured with polycarbonate (PC), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) or polystyrene (PS) contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.