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Pharmaceutical Waste Bins and Disposal
Ensure the correct and safe disposal of medicinal waste with our pharmaceutical bin range. UN-approved and colour-coded they are suitable for use in various environments such as pharmacies, care homes, as well as veterinary and healthcare practices. We also offer controlled drug kits that are suitable for use in the community.
Ensuring the safe disposal of pharmaceutical waste is essential to comply with regulations and legislation. At Initial Medical, our team works with you to understand your waste management requirements to ensure compliance. We will also provide the relevant documentation via our online customer portal. We also offer educational resources to support your waste management practices.
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Why do you need to dispose of pharmaceutical waste?
Disposing of pharmaceutical waste correctly is essential for protecting the environment against ecological damage and the general public from the misuse of prescription and controlled drugs, as outlined in the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. Pharmaceutical waste bins are specially designed to store and dispose of pharmaceutical waste.
What is a pharmaceutical waste bin?
A pharmaceutical waste bin is a specialised container designed for the safe and secure disposal of pharmaceutical waste. They are colour-coded blue for the medicinal waste stream, however if there are cytostatic and cytotoxic medicines present the bin will be blue with a purple lid
What goes in a pharmaceutical waste bin?
Pharmaceutical waste bins are for medicinal waste, such as expired, damaged, or partially used medicines or items that may be contaminated with drugs.
Examples of Pharmaceutical waste:
- Controlled drugs
- Partially used or expired medication
- Liquid medication
- Blister packs and pills
- Gels and ointments
- Patches
What container to use for pharmaceutical waste?
Small Pharmaceutical Waste Bins
Our small Eco Pharmi bin range is designed for the safe disposal of pharmaceutical waste in its original packaging, meeting the highest quality and safety standards. Manufactured from 100% recycled plastic, our Eco Pharmi range helps you foster sustainable waste management practices.
Key features:
- Blue base with blue lid - non-hazardous medicinal waste
- Blue base with purple lid - cytotoxic or cytostatic pharmaceutical waste
- Puncture-resistant and seepage proof
- Opaque coloured doors, clearly show when the door is in the temporary or fully closed position
- Optional wall brackets or mobile holders available
- Available in 5L, 11.5L and 22L sizes
- Extra access lids for larger items are available for 22L bins
- Certified to BS EN ISO 23907 and UN3291
Large Pharmaceutical Waste Bins
Our rigid containers have a large capacity so perfect for handling large volumes and all types of pharmaceutical waste such as medicinal bottles. These higher-capacity bins can help you reduce the number of bins required for disposal.
Key features:
- Blue base with blue lid - non-hazardous medicinal waste
- Blue base with purple lid - cytotoxic or cytostatic pharmaceutical waste
- Puncture-resistant and seepage proof
- Opaque coloured doors, clearly show when the door is in the temporary or fully closed position
- Optional wall brackets or mobile holders available
- Available in 5L, 11.5L and 22L sizes
- Extra access lids for larger items are available for 22L bins
- Certified to BS EN ISO 23907 and UN3291
Blue Rigid Cardboard Container
Ultra-lightweight and easy-assemble cardboard containers are easy to move and store. These containers are lined with blue high-density polyethylene, suitable for the disposal of dry pharmaceutical waste such as pill packets. Manufactured from 75% recycled cardboard, these cardboard containers are a sustainable solution. They also have a fold-flat design so easy to store extras onsite
Key features:
- Blue base with blue lid - non-hazardous medicinal waste
- Blue base with purple lid - cytotoxic or cytostatic pharmaceutical waste
- Puncture-resistant and seepage proof
- Opaque coloured doors, clearly show when the door is in the temporary or fully closed position
- Optional wall brackets or mobile holders available
- Available in 5L, 11.5L and 22L sizes
- Extra access lids for larger items are available for 22L bins
- Certified to BS EN ISO 23907 and UN3291
Blue Griff Pac
The Griff Pac container is an eco-friendly solution for pharmaceutical waste disposal, made from corrugated polypropylene with an integral HDPE liner. It provides a lightweight solution and is suitable for dry and wet pharmaceutical waste.
Key features:
- Blue base with blue lid - non-hazardous medicinal waste
- Blue base with purple lid - cytotoxic or cytostatic pharmaceutical waste
- Puncture-resistant and seepage proof
- Opaque coloured doors, clearly show when the door is in the temporary or fully closed position
- Optional wall brackets or mobile holders available
- Available in 5L, 11.5L and 22L sizes
- Extra access lids for larger items are available for 22L bins
- Certified to BS EN ISO 23907 and UN3291