Can the carboys be reused?

 In biopharmaceuticals, the storage and transfer of liquids are often involved, and carboys provide a lot of convenience for this operation. Its large-capacity design, high temperature and high pressure resistance and other features are favored by many scientific research institutions and pharmaceutical companies. So, can this kind of container be reused? Let’s find out the answer together.

The commonly used raw materials for carboys are PP and PC. From the perspective of chemical properties, they both have good corrosion resistance and are resistant to most acid and alkali solvents. This kind of liquid storage container has a large capacity, with common specifications of 10L and 20L, which can meet the needs of large-capacity storage and transfer of liquids, especially in the large-scale culture stage of cells.

10L PC Carboys

From the perspective of temperature resistance, both PP and PC materials can withstand high-temperature and high-pressure sterilization. This sterilization method is also commonly used by biological products companies, so this liquid storage container can be reused. In order to avoid cross-contamination and ensure the safety of liquids, strict cleaning and disinfection are required after each use to ensure their hygiene and integrity.

Taken together, the carboy has the property of being reused, but it should be noted that during high-temperature and high-pressure sterilization and multiple uses, the surface of the container may be damaged. We must regularly check the status of the container and make decisions based on specific circumstances. The number of reuses is limited and it is not easy to reuse it too many times to avoid any impact on the production process or test results.