Bio Medical Waste Collection Bag

Bio Medical Waste Collection Bag Trade Information

Yellow bags

These are used for infectious and pathological wastes that typically require incineration for disposal.

Human and animal anatomical waste: Organs, tissues, body parts, and animal carcasses.
Soiled waste: Items contaminated with blood or other body fluids, such as cotton, bandages, and dressings.
Discarded medicines and cytotoxic drugs: Including expired or unused pharmaceutical waste.
Microbiology and biotechnology waste: Items from laboratory cultures, stocks of infectious agents, and biological toxins.

Red bags

Red bags are for contaminated, recyclable plastic waste that is treated by autoclaving or microwaving to disinfect it before recycling.

Contaminated plastics: Items like IV sets, catheters, urine bags, and syringes (without needles).
Gloves and aprons: Contaminated plastic PPE.

White (translucent) bags or containers

These are puncture-proof containers used for waste sharps that can cause cuts and punctures.

Blue bags or cardboard boxes

This color is designated for the safe disposal of contaminated and non-contaminated glassware.

Black bags

Black bags are for general, non-hazardous, and non-infectious waste, similar to normal household garbage.

Importance of color-coded bags

Proper segregation using color-coded bags is a critical step in biomedical waste management. It serves several purposes:

Prevents infections: Separating contaminated waste at the source reduces the risk of cross-contamination and the spread of infectious diseases.
Protects workers: Healthcare staff and waste handlers are protected from accidental injuries and exposure to dangerous pathogens.
Ensures compliance: Following the mandatory color-coding system helps healthcare facilities comply with environmental and health regulations.
Promotes proper disposal: The color coding guides the correct treatment process, such as incineration for infectious waste or autoclaving for recyclable plastics