3-gallon "B"Tiger Sharps Containers constructed of injection molded polypropylene plastic. They are designed to be reused by healthcare professionals. No part of the container is intended to come in contact with patients. The containers are designed to be puncture resistant, leak resistant on the sides and bottom, impact resistant, closable and stable. Lids and closures are uncolored translucent material allowing for a visual determination of fill level. The base is made from a high strength material to support the capacity of the container. The recommended fill level is engraved onto the plastic and corresponds to the level line on the product identification label.
A device designed as a container to allow the safe deposit and collection of biologically or chemically contaminated used sharps; this includes needles, lancets, scalpel blades, cannulae, or other devices that present a hazard to a healthcare worker or patient if they were to inadvertently have bodily contact with the device and cause themselves an injury. This container is typically designed to be puncture resistant, leak-proof, and closable (usually having a lid that cannot be reopened once closed) and is identified with the universal biohazard symbol on its labelling. It is disposed of when filled to the recommended level, typically be incineration.