If you use hypodermic needles to dispense needed medicines I’m sure you’re aware that it’s important that you dispose of used sharps properly and safely even when you’re traveling.

There are purpose made travel size sharps containers on the market. Some examples…

• Sharps Container for Home Use and Professional 1 Quart by Alcedo
• Professional Grade Mini Sharps Container
• Alcedo Portable Sharps Container
• 0.2L Size Portable Pen-Needle Disposal Container

I’m a big fan of lab style containers. I use them for a bunch of stuff around the house and when traveling including for toiletries and such

I’ve found the four ounce wide mouth size to be perfect as a compact travel sharps container. Here’s a look at that container when used for that purpose.

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Top down look

A look inside

A look at the cap

The label of one of these I’ve purchased. Model 562104, UPC 661165562027

I’ve actually purchased these a couple of times. Both times were from Amazon and although they were different offerings they appeared to be identical. The important part to me, if I’m shopping around again is to look for a 4 ounce wide mouth bottle

A look at the bottom. This one reads… Nalgene, 125ml, 4oz, HDPE – Nalgene Wide Mouth Round Bottle 4 oz./Each

A look at the bottom of another offering I’ve purchased. The markings are almost identical and it appears and functions the same – Nalgene HDPE Wide Mouth Round Container

This model is from another manufacturer, but looks similar to the bottles I have… United Scientific™ 33307 | Laboratory Grade Polypropylene Wide Mouth Reagent Bottle | Designed for Laboratories, Classrooms, or Storage at Home | 125mL (4oz) Capacity | Pack of 12, Clear

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With used sharps inside

I use Osprey’s UltraLight padded organizer for my supplies. This container fits nicely.

In action on a cruise. Can you guess where we just visited? It’s Aruba.

For size reference next to GL.iNet GL-MT3000 (Beryl AX) Travel Router – Hands on Review

Conclusions

Although this isn’t a purpose built sharps container, it’s worked great for me. It’s the perfect size and sturdy enough to keep used sharps safe until they can be offloaded into a larger container after returning home.

• Nalgene Wide Mouth Round Bottle 4 oz./Each
• Nalgene HDPE Wide Mouth Round Container

If those are out of stock and you want to shop around for something similar, I suggest looking for a 4 oz wide mouth container.

This model is from another manufacturer, but looks similar to the bottles I have… United Scientific™ 33307 | Laboratory Grade Polypropylene Wide Mouth Reagent Bottle | Designed for Laboratories, Classrooms, or Storage at Home | 125mL (4oz) Capacity | Pack of 12, Clear

Some purpose built options

• Sharps Container for Home Use and Professional 1 Quart by Alcedo
• Professional Grade Mini Sharps Container
• Alcedo Portable Sharps Container
• 0.2L Size Portable Pen-Needle Disposal Container

Related: United Scientific™ BNM090-PK6 Leakproof 3oz (90mL) Travel Bottle | HDPE bottle with lined Polypropylene lid | TSA Approved | Pack of 6 Bottles

For cruise passengers… Some cruise lines will provide these on request for free. Check with your cruise line. You may need one for travel before and after your cruise, also bringing your own means one less thing to do.

For lots more about what you should pack for your next cruise check out our complete packing list.

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Make sure the components you use are compatible and rated for your intended application.  Contact manufacturer with questions about suitability or a specific application.  Always read and follow manufacturer directions.

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