Science laboratories and classrooms regularly use lab wash bottles to clean everything from counter surfaces to microscope slides and beakers. These plastic bottles are designed to be used with a wide variety of liquids, including acid, bleach, and chemicals, making sure that the user stays safe while cleaning. Choose the capacity option that you need, or stock up on multiple sizes to ensure that your lab is properly equipped for any circumstances. Decide what style and features you need, and then order your lab wash bottles in bulk to keep your lab space in top shape. 

Plastic Types

Because these bottles are designed for use in laboratories around acids and other chemicals, they are made with plastics that can withstand exposure to these materials. LDPE (low-density polyethylene) plastic can be used with many acids, alcohols, and bases. The plastic is both squeezable and flexible, making it a good option for laboratory plastic bottles. HDPE (high-density polyethylene) plastic cannot be used with solvents, but is resistant to chemicals and acids. This plastic also has a high resistance to breaking, cracking, and melting, so it is a good material to use in lab and science bottles.

Choosing Lid Styles

Standard lab wash bottles have a specially designed cap with a hooked tube that delivers a steady stream of liquid to a specific area when the bottle is squeezed. This makes these laboratory squeeze bottles ideal for cleaning inside beakers or test tubes, as well as microscope slides. Look for caps that create leak-proof lab bottles to prevent accidental spills if you're storing chemicals or acids in your lab. Some caps are also tamper-evident, another good safety measure, especially for plastic lab bottles that will be stored in a public area like a school laboratory.