UN-approved Waste Containers

Yes, we offer a wide selection of UN approved containers. Including buckets, jerry cans, drums and IBCs. It is also easy to check whether the packaging is UN approved using the specification list on the product page.

Yes, many of our UN approved containers are suitable for transporting hazardous waste. It is important to check the packaging's UN code and any specific regulatory requirements for your waste to ensure the container is suitable. Read more about UN codes here, and contact the team for advice and UN certificates.

Yes, we work closely with leading manufacturers, which means we have access to all the necessary certifications for our UN approved containers. Just contact the team.

We sell a variety of UN-certified containers suitable for bulk waste storage, including intermediate bulk storage containers (IBC Tanks), jerry cans, plastic drums and steel drums. Please check compatibility, waste regulations, and the UN codes for your specific waste product to ensure compliance.

Our plastic drums are available in 30 litre, 60 litre, 120 litre and 220 litre sizes. We also offer 220 litre steel drums in a range of styles.

Yes, we can supply reconditioned UN-approved steel drums, which are a practical, sustainable and great value option for waste oils and liquids.

Yes, we have supplied containers to industry since 1974, which means we understand the importance of quality, regulatory-compliant packaging. All of our UN approved packaging is suitable for commercial and industrial use. UN certificates are available on request.

Yes, both our standard and recycled plastic drums and barrels are UN approved.

UN containers must be marked with their UN code, which is typically either embossed or printed on the base or side of the packaging.

Any business that needs to transport or store hazardous waste is likely to require packaging that is UN approved. The most common types of industries that require UN-approved packaging include: Chemical manufacturers, waste management companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, automotive businesses, paint and coatings manufacturers, environmental contractors and industrial cleaning companies.

Invopak's rigid containers are suitable for laboratory waste. The right choice will depend on the chemical, biological and physical properties of the lab waste. Heavy duty HDPE jerry cans and IBCs are ideal for liquid chemical waste such as solvents, acids and bases. Steel or tinplate UN drums can be a good choice for bulk lab waste. It is also important to follow all regulatory requirements, including labelling and COSHH measures.

Our packaging is available to order in pallet and pack quantities, with a low minimum order value of £50. This means you get great wholesale prices and a wide choice of rigid packaging to choose from.

Yes, we are a wholesale packaging supplier with large stockholdings in our UK warehouses. We also offer tiered pricing on bulk orders, or get in touch for a tailored quote if you need multiple items.

UN approved packaging has been tested and certified for use with hazardous products. UN packaging must keep the contents contained under the toughest shipping conditions. Each part of the code will set out key details, including manufacturing and what the packaging has been approved for. Read this article to discover more about UN packaging codes.

The first step is to identify your packaging group hazard level. This should be identified in your product's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Packaging Group 1 (High Danger) requires X packaging, which is the strongest tier of packaging. Packaging Group 2 (Medium Danger) requires Y or X-rated packaging, whilst Packaging Group 3 (Low Danger) can use Z, Y or X-rated packaging. The UN code will also include whether the container is certified for liquids (the code will include a kPa hydrostatic pressure rating) or solids (the code will include an S).