This trash can safe for water?

11f150 · Jan 22, 2015

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 · Jan 22, 2015

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 · Jan 22, 2015

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 · Jan 22, 2015

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 · Jan 22, 2015

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 · Jan 23, 2015

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 · Jan 23, 2015

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

Randy Holmes-Farley · Jan 23, 2015

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 · Jan 23, 2015

Randy Holmes-Farley said:
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?