Kendall ChemoSafety Container with Hinged Lid, 2 gal, Yellow
PRODUCT DETAILS
The Kendall ChemoSafety container, made by Cardinal Health, is a single-use container for the safe collection and disposal of chemotherapy waste and sharps such as used needles, syringes and lancets. It is a 2-gallon (7.6 L) container with a hinged lid, and its yellow color marks it as the designated container for chemotherapy waste. Sold individually.
Key Features and Benefits
- Hinged lid for filling and covering between uses
- 2-gallon (7.6 L) capacity
- Yellow color that identifies it as a container for chemotherapy waste
- Single-use construction for dedicated, safe disposal
- Over-the-counter, no prescription required
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Cardinal Health
- Product line: ChemoSafety
- Capacity: 2 gallons (7.6 L)
- Color: Yellow
- Lid: Hinged
- Use: Single-use
- Prescription: Over-the-counter (OTC)
- MPN: 8982
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a sharps container?
A sharps container is a puncture-resistant, leak-proof container used to safely dispose of medical sharps, including needles, lancets, syringes, and scalpels.
Where to dispose of a sharps container near me?
Sharps containers should be disposed of at designated disposal facilities, such as pharmacies, hospitals, hazardous waste sites, or community drop-off locations. Check with your local health department for specific disposal options.
When should sharps containers be emptied?
Sharps containers should be disposed of when they are about 3/4 full to prevent overfilling, which increases the risk of needle sticks or contamination.
