Biological Substances A and B Packaging
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Our new Class 6.2 Category A and Category B products comply with all applicable regulations, including UN, US DOT, ICAO, IATA, CDC, and USPS.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an information note on the correct methods for shipping swine flu specimens and virus isolates. Specimens collected directly from humans or animals that are suspected of being infected with the A(H1N1) virus, or have been confirmed as being infected, should be shipped as UN 3373 Category B infectious substances, while cultures must be shipped as UN 2814 Category A infectious substances.
For further guidance, see this instruction sheet (PDF), directly from the WHO website.
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Airliner® Inflatable CoolersComponents:
Our revolutionary Airliner is an inflatable insulating liner that easily converts a cardboard box to into a cooler. Benefits of Airliner compared to traditional foam coolers:
Coolers can be inflated with a mechanical or manual pump. Our manual pump is lightweight and easy-to-use. Each cooler takes less than 2 minutes to inflate. *Tested under ASTM C-518 |
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Large Biological Shipper – 11.25" x 6.625" x 3.5"Components:
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This biological shipper was tested and approved to ship category B biological substances. Outer box is printed with UN3373, Biological Substances Category B and the Transport Canada TC-125-1B marking. These kits meet the requirements for Transport Canada, 49 CFR, IATA/ICAO and IMDG. |
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Small Biological Shipper – 9" x 4" x 4"Components:
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This biological shipper was tested and approved to ship category B biological substances. Outer box is printed with UN3373, Biological Substances Category B and the Transport Canada TC-125-1B marking. These kits meet the requirements for Transport Canada, 49 CFR, IATA/ICAO and IMDG. |
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Category A Shipper – 1 pt. (473 ml)Components:
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A shipper's declaration form is required with this package. The box design also features a "B" flute perimeter insert to hold the mailing tube securely in place during transport. |
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Category A Shipper – 5.5 oz. (163 ml)Components:
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The box design also features a finger locking "B" flute insert to hold the mailing tube securely in place during transport. This kit is ideal for transporting TB and other infectious specimens. Preprinted boxes help reduce shipping/marking errors. A shipper's declaration form is required with the use of this package. |
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Category A Shipper with 7 mil Pressure BagComponents:
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4 x 1 Category A Shipper – 1 pt. (473 ml)Components:
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The markings on this package help reduce the risk of shipping error due to improper labeling. A shipper's declaration form is required and must accompany your shipment of this package. |
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Category B Shipper with 7 mil Pressure BagComponents:
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This shipper is a cost-effective package, designed to ship ambient diagnostic/biological substance-Category B medical specimens. Each bag has the absorbent laminated to the inside panels, so there is no need to add absorbent strips when preparing the sample for shipment. Simply insert the sample, seal the adhesive bag closure securely, insert your paperwork into the heat sealed pouch on the back of each bag, and insert the bag into the preprinted outer shipping box. Each outer shipping box (tuck and fold assembly) measures 7" x 11.75" x 3.5" and is preprinted with the appropriate markings for a diagnostic shipment (PI 650). These markings include: UN3373 (BIOLOGICAL SUBSTANCE, Category B), to and from address markings, and direction arrow markings. The absorbent lined bag fits diagonally (corner to corner) inside the outer box. This design allows the sample to be suspended during transport to protect sample integrity. |
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Dual Leakproof Bag SystemComponents:
These leakproof bag systems contains two bags. The primary is a liquid-tight zip style bag with a vapor barrier which is then placed into a secondary pressure tested tape-sealed bag. Available in two sizes. Information printed on the bags is in English, French and Spanish. |
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Primary Zip-Top Leakproof BagsProduct Codes:
Primary leakproof vapor barrier bags with trilingual biohazard label, sold in two sizes. |
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Secondary Hydrostatically Tested Leakproof BagsProduct Codes:
Our secondary bags have been hydrostatically tested to meet 95 kPa, and are printed 2 color in three languages. |
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95 kPa Bag with AbsorbentDimensions: 7.5" x 11" (19.05 cm x 27.94 cm) Case Quantity: 500 Product Code:
This is the inner component of our diagnostic/biological substance, Category B shipper PK-DIANAMB (diagnostic shipper). These 7.5" x 11" bags are available separately, but require proper compliance to applicable regulations including proper outer box markings. Each patented bag has an absorbent laminated to the inside panels, so there is no need to use absorbent strips when preparing the sample for shipment. A pouch for paperwork is heat sealed on the rear panel of each bag. To release the adhesive liner, fold the closure lip of the bag backwards and roll your thumbs upward. This will separate the liner from the adhesive. After sealing the bag, rub both bag edges to ensure a secure seal. |
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Foam InsertDimensions: 2.5" x 6.25" (6.35 cm x 15.88 cm) Product Code:
The 5-hole foam insert is a die-cut hydrophilic polyurethane foam designed as an optional insert for our plastic 95 kPa, 1-pint bottle with lid. It cushions and protects your tubes during transport. Die-cut holes in the foam will accommodate the most commonly used blood collecting tubes. The 5-hole configuration includes a 3/4" protective cover. This 5-hole foam insert can be used with PK-INFPAK1 (infectious shipper), PK-INFPAK4 (infectious shipper 4-pack), and PK-DIANAMB (diagnostic shipper). Sold in cartons of 75 inserts with covers. |
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Screw-Top Inner ContainersProduct Codes:
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Biosorb™ Absorbent Strips (pack of 100)Dimensions: 4.25" x 2.25" (10.8 cm x 5.72 cm) Case Quantity: 5000 (50 packs of 100) Product Code:
These absorbent strips are fiber-based paper, bonded with BIOSORB absorbent. Each strip is 4.25" x 2.25" which will absorb 53.15 ml of urine or 31.89 ml of blood. Specifications
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Compartmental Bubble Wrap PouchesDimensions: 13.75" x 6" (34.93 cm x 15.24 cm), 2" (5.08 cm) compartments Product Code:
Use these bubble wrap pouches to protect your specimens. Each pouch is 13.75" x 6" with six, |
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