This trash can safe for water?

[11f150]

I know Rubbermaid brute cans are safe for water in our hobby. Does anyone know if this is ok? I need a tall narrow container. Thanks

It's a Rubbermaid 3540

http://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-LLDPE-Trash-Rectangular/dp/B007OAWPOI

 

[Keepswiming]

I am using 32 gallon outdoor trashcans for my mixing. I rinsed them with rodi because who know what could have gotten in them at the store... other than possible contaminants they are safe in my experience.

 

[Rob.D]

It's made from Low Density Polyethylene, if I'm not mistaken that material is food safe. Maybe Randy Holmes-Farley can grace us with his knowledge

 

[redfishbluefish]

This Rubbermaid is made with LLDPE which is commonly used in food grade application. I would be willing to bet you'll have no problem using this for saltwater application.

 

[heathd.hd]

Same containers I plan on using. Avail at home depot. I researched for 2 days and couldn't find anything that says there not safe. I'm going for it also.

 

[11f150]

Thanks for the responses. Would be great if it would be ok as there isnt much too choose from to fit it where it needs to go.

 

[heathd.hd]

I'm going to try putting a small bulkhead in it for a drain! We shall see how that works lol.

 

[Randy Holmes-Farley Verified Community Expert]

Polyethylene and polypropylene are good choices, as long as the manufacturer didn't add some other ingredient that was an issue.

I agree that cleaned cans made from these should usually be fine.

 

[11f150]

Polyethylene and polypropylene are good choices, as long as the manufacturer didn't add some other ingredient that was an issue.

I agree that cleaned cans made from these should usually be fine.

Thanks for the reply. So a vinegar bath should be sufficient before use?

 

[redfishbluefish]

Thanks for the reply. So a vinegar bath should be sufficient before use?

I would first do a soap wash to get rid of the mold release agent....followed by a vinegar wash.

 

[11f150]

Ok will do. Thanks