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Biohazard / Specimen Bags

Biohazard / Specimen Bags

3 layers / 4 layers medical biohazard specimen zipper bags Laboratory Sample Specimen Bags for hospital

Customization: Customized logo
Customized packaging
Graphic customization

1. Brief Introduction

(1) Product Description

  • Biohazard specimen bags are used by hospitals laboratories and diagnostic centers to provide secondary containment for biological samples during transport and storage.

  • Reliable performance depends on seal integrity mil thickness document pouch separation and printed warnings rather than unit price alone.

  • Multiple sizes wall configurations and materials are available to match different specimen containers and procurement scenarios.

(2) Applicable Scenarios & Target Audience

Channel Type

Applicable Scenario

Target Audience

Clinical Use

Specimen collection and inter-department transport within hospitals and clinics

Hospitals and clinical staff

Laboratory / Diagnostic

Secondary containment for samples sent to reference and diagnostic labs

Diagnostic centers and lab networks

Distribution

Bulk stocking across multi-site healthcare networks

Distributors and medical supply wholesalers

Custom / OEM

Branded and barcode-printed bags for standardized packaging across locations

Procurement teams at hospital systems and diagnostic chains


(3) Bag Format Types

  • Available in standard preprinted zipper bags for routine specimen transport

  • Available in custom biohazard specimen zipper bags with branding barcodes and language fields

  • Available in bulk wholesale packs for high volume procurement

  • Each format is designed to match its intended container size and handling workflow

(4) Closure & Document Pouch Design

  • Resealable zipper closure provides a fast liquid-tight seal for secure transport

  • Built-in tear strip allows quick one-hand opening when resealing is not required

  • Separate outer document pouch keeps requisition forms dry and isolated from the specimen

(5) Seal Integrity & Leak-proof Performance

  • Full seam seal and zipper closure are tested to reduce leakage claims during transport

  • Bags remain flexible through refrigeration and freezing without cracking the seal

  • Sample testing verifies dimensions mil thickness seam integrity and leak-proof performance against set acceptance criteria




2. Basic Specifications

Biohazard specimen bags are typically supplied in a handful of standard footprints sized to common blood tube urine cup and swab containers, with custom dimensions available for non-standard primary containers. Film gauge is generally specified in mil rather than by a single universal thickness: a 2 mil LDPE film is the common baseline for routine courier transfers, while a heavier 3 to 4 mil gauge is recommended for automated sorting long-haul shipment or cold-chain transport. Bags are most often supplied clear so contents remain visible, packed in cases of 1000 for standard sizes, with smaller counter packs available for lower-volume or trial orders. Packaging counts and carton configurations can be adjusted to suit freight volume and warehousing needs.

Item

Specification

Remarks

Size (L x W)

6 x 9" (15.24 x 22.86cm)

8 x 10" (20.32 x 25.4cm)

12 x 15" (30.48 x 38.1cm)

Custom sizes available

Bags per Case

1000 bags per case (standard 6 x 9" and 8 x 10" sizes)

500 bags per case (larger 12 x 15" size)

Small counter packs of 100 bags available for retail or trial orders

Film Color

Clear transparent film with black and red biohazard warning print

Custom colors and multilingual printing available

Thickness

Standard: 2 mil (50 microns)

Heavy-duty: 3-4 mil (75-100 microns)

Mil thickness customizable by container weight; heavy-duty grade improves leak resistance and cold-chain performance

Qty per Carton

1000 pcs/case x 4 cases/carton = 4,000 pcs/carton

100 pcs/pack x 10 packs/case = 1,000 pcs/case

Packaging configuration adjustable by size and thickness for volumetric weight calculation


3. Material & Safety

Biohazard specimen bags in the market are manufactured predominantly from low-density polyethylene film, valued for its clarity flexibility and reliable heat-sealing performance. Quality bags use a 3-wall construction with a dedicated outer document pouch so requisition forms stay separate from the specimen, and close with a resealable zipper paired with a built-in tear strip for fast one-time opening. Because sharps such as needles or broken glassware can compromise film integrity, they belong in a dedicated sharps container rather than a specimen bag. Handling and packaging practices are generally referenced against frameworks such as OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and IATA/DOT UN 3373 requirements for biological substances, and bags are typically BPA-free and latex-free with compliance documentation available on request for the target market.

Item

Specification

Remarks

Raw Material

LDPE (low-density polyethylene) virgin resin film

Material formulation matched to mil thickness and load for seam and zipper integrity

Wall Construction

3-wall design with separate document pouch (standard)

4-wall heavy-duty configuration available

Document pouch keeps requisition forms dry and isolated from the specimen

Closure Type

Resealable zipper closure with built-in tear strip

Zipper provides a fast liquid-tight seal; tear strip allows quick opening when resealing is not required

Regulatory Reference

OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard 29 CFR 1910.1030

IATA/DOT UN 3373 packaging requirements for biological substances

Applicable frameworks for secondary containment and biohazard labeling

Note: All bags are BPA-free and latex-free. Relevant compliance documentation (FDA registration, USDA-compliant resin, REACH, RoHS, etc.) can be provided based on the target market. Sharps such as needles or broken glassware must not be placed in a specimen bag and should be routed to a dedicated sharps container.




4. Product Physical Properties

Film-level physical properties determine whether a specimen bag holds up under routine handling refrigeration and freezing without seam or zipper failure. For a representative 2 mil LDPE film, tensile strength and elongation at break indicate how much stress and stretch the film tolerates before tearing, dart impact reflects puncture resistance from drops or rough handling, and seam strength reflects the reliability of the zipper weld under load. Reputable suppliers validate these figures against thickness-to-load and cold-chain criteria before production, so buyers can specify mil thickness by container type rather than relying on a generic one-size bag. The figures below are representative factory reference values; certified test reports can be supplied for a given production batch.

Physical Properties (Factory Lab Test Records)

Test data based on 2 mil LDPE film (3-wall construction). Actual performance can be adjusted per customer requirements. Data for reference only; certified test reports available upon request.

Tensile Strength at Break (MPa)

Elongation at Break (%)

Impact (g)

Seam Strength (N)

TD

MD

TD Target

MD Target

Value

Value

16.5

19.8

480

550

110

16.2


5. 
Materials and Safety Certifications

Item

Details

Key Attributes

BPA-Free/Eco Attribute

Food-Grade Certification

FDA: FEI No. 3004496839

BRC-PM (Huakang BRC-PM Certificate): Certificate No. 0196051

Other Certifications

ISO 13485 — Medical Device Quality Management System

ISO 9001 — General Quality Management System

BSCI / SMETA / Sedex — Corporate Social Responsibility Audits (labor, environment, etc.)


6. 
Customization Capabilities

Item

Details

Printing

Logo + design printing supported; gravure 4-color printing process

Size Customization

Custom sizes available on request; MOQ to be discussed separately

Standard MOQ

3 tons

Custom MOQ

3 tons, plate/tooling fees: to be quoted separately

Sample Lead Time

14 business days; sample fee USD $300, refundable upon mass production order


7. 
Packaging & Logistics

Item

Details

Inner Packaging

Subject to specific packaging requirements

Outer Carton

Subject to specific packaging requirements

Trade Terms

FOB Port of Shanghai or Sihanoukville; T/T 30% deposit, balance against copy of B/L

Production Lead Time

45 days for first order; 30 days for subsequent orders


8. Quality Control - Combination of flowcharts and tables

Stage

Inspection Content

IQC

Plastic pellet strength, transparency, and compliance verification

IPQC

Dedicated QC inspectors stationed on the production floor with ongoing random inspections throughout the production process

OQC

Dimensions, weight, seal integrity, appearance, and packaging completeness

Customer Inspection

On-site inspection by customer or third-party testing agencies supported




9. After-Sales Service

Item

Details

Warranty Period

Quality claims accepted within 6 months of shipment (excluding damage caused by misuse or improper storage)

Claims Process

Provide photos + physical samples within 30 days of receipt; resolution provided within 7 business days

Resolution Options

Replacement / Refund / Discount credit; shipping responsibility negotiated based on circumstances (quality-related returns borne by supplier; non-quality-related returns borne by customer)




10.
About Huayue Group

Huayue Group has been deeply rooted in the plastic packaging industry for over 30 years. The company operates the largest plastic packaging production base in Cambodia, with an annual capacity of 120,000 metric tons (equivalent to 10,000 metric tons per month). The company holds multiple international management system certifications (including ISO 9001, BSCI, Sedex, etc.) and produces products that comply with food-contact material standards such as FDA, LFGB, and EU 10/2011.

Over 70% of Huayue's products are exported to European and North American markets, where we have established long-term, stable partnerships with many leading Western retailers. We support full customization in sizes, thicknesses, multi-color printing, and eco-friendly materials (compostable/biodegradable). Backed by 30 years of manufacturing experience, large-scale production capacity, and rigorous quality control, we provide reliable packaging solutions for food companies worldwide.

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