Description
Thermo Scientific Nalgene 3233-42 2L Polycarbonate Biotainer Bottle (Sterile)
The Thermo Scientific Nalgene 3233-42 is a 2-liter sterile Biotainer bottle engineered for the critical storage and transport of biological reagents, bulk intermediates, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Manufactured from high-clarity, medical-grade Polycarbonate (PC), this vessel offers exceptional impact resistance and thermal stability. The 3233-42 is specifically designed to withstand the rigors of deep-freeze storage down to -100°C, making it the industry standard for freezing and thawing sensitive biological materials. Each bottle is provided sterile, non-pyrogenic, and non-cytotoxic, featuring a secure 48 mm silicone-lined screw cap to ensure a leakproof seal during global logistics and air transport.
Technical Performance and Design
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Extreme Cold Stability: Polycarbonate construction ensures the bottle remains ductile and shatter-resistant at temperatures as low as -100°C, providing a safer alternative to glass for frozen storage of plasma, vaccines, and cell banks.
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Superior Optical Clarity: The crystal-clear resin allows for easy visual inspection of contents, volume levels, and the presence of any particulates without opening the vessel.
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Validated Leakproof Closure: Features a 48 mm blue polypropylene screw cap with a white silicone liner. This dual-material sealing system provides a validated leakproof barrier that maintains integrity during pressure changes in air transport.
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Space-Efficient Square Profile: The square-bottom design maximizes storage efficiency in ultra-low temperature freezers (ULTs) and cold rooms compared to traditional round bottles.
Product Specifications
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Catalog Number: 3233-42
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Volume Capacity: 2 Liters
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Material (Bottle): Polycarbonate (PC)
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Material (Cap): Polypropylene (PP) with Silicone Liner
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Closure Size: 48 mm
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Temperature Range: -100°C to +121°C
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Sterility: Sterile (Gamma Irradiated, SAL 10⁻⁶)
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Graduations: Molded-in increments for accurate volume assessment.
Key Benefits & Applications
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Bulk API Storage: Ideally suited for the storage of bulk pharmaceutical intermediates that require the low extractable profile and high durability of Polycarbonate.
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Validated Cold Chain: Extensively used in vaccine and monoclonal antibody (mAb) logistics where maintaining a sterile, leakproof seal during frozen transit is mission-critical.
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Media & Buffer Prep: High thermal resistance allows for the storage of media that has been hot-filled or requires autoclaving (note: always loosen cap before autoclaving).
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Regulatory Compliance: Manufactured in an ISO-certified facility; complies with USP Class VI, USP <661>, and is certified non-pyrogenic and non-cytotoxic.
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