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MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8001R | Biohazard Bag | Drawstring | HDPE | 12 Gal (45L) | 25 × 35in. (64 × 89cm) | Large marking area | Sterilization indicator | Compatible with: A8000B Bin | 100 cs Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8003R | Biohazard Bag | Drawstring | HDPE | 30 Gal (113L) | 33 × 41in. (84 × 104cm) | Large marking area | Sterilization indicator | Compatible with: A8002B Bin | 100 cs Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8000B | Biohazard Bin | Hands-free foot pedal | PP | 8 Gal (30L) | 10 × 14 × 19in. (25 × 35 × 48cm W × L × H) | Attached lid | Compatible with: A8001R Bags | 1 ea Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8006B | Biohazard Bin | Hands-free foot pedal | PP | 13 Gal (50L) | 16 × 16 × 24in. (40 × 40 × 60cm W × L × H) | Attached lid | Compatible with: A8001R Bags | 1 ea Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8002B | Biohazard Bin | Hands-free foot pedal | PP | 26 Gal (100L) | 19 × 19 × 33in. (48 × 48 × 84cm W × L × H) | Attached lid | Compatible with: A8003R Bags | 1 ea Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8001R | Biohazard Bag | Drawstring | HDPE | 12 Gal (45L) | 25 × 35in. (64 × 89cm) | Large marking area | Sterilization indicator | Compatible with: A8000B Bin | 100 cs Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8003R | Biohazard Bag | Drawstring | HDPE | 30 Gal (113L) | 33 × 41in. (84 × 104cm) | Large marking area | Sterilization indicator | Compatible with: A8002B Bin | 100 cs Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8000B | Biohazard Bin | Hands-free foot pedal | PP | 8 Gal (30L) | 10 × 14 × 19in. (25 × 35 × 48cm W × L × H) | Attached lid | Compatible with: A8001R Bags | 1 ea Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8006B | Biohazard Bin | Hands-free foot pedal | PP | 13 Gal (50L) | 16 × 16 × 24in. (40 × 40 × 60cm W × L × H) | Attached lid | Compatible with: A8001R Bags | 1 ea Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio
MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins A8002B | Biohazard Bin | Hands-free foot pedal | PP | 26 Gal (100L) | 19 × 19 × 33in. (48 × 48 × 84cm W × L × H) | Attached lid | Compatible with: A8003R Bags | 1 ea Biohazard Waste Disposal MTC Bio

MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins

$205.39

    BowTie drawstring biohazard bags and foot-pedal bins—select each separately.

    • Bags only: A8001R, 12 gal, or A8003R, 30 gal; both 100/case.
    • Bins only: A8000B 8 gal, A8006B 13 gal or A8002B 26 gal; one bin each.
    • Bag material: 2.25 mil HDPE for 121 °C cycles; not the 136 °C polypropylene bag range.
    • Color-change patch indicates process exposure—not proof of validated load sterility.

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BowTie biohazard bag drawstring closure

Pull, Cinch, Lift. No Wire Ties.

Twist ties get lost, tape doesn't hold, and grabbing a hot bag out of the autoclave is a burn waiting to happen. BowTie™ Biohazard Bags have built-in drawstring loops that cinch the bag closed instantly and double as a handle for lifting it out of the bin, after processing and cooling, with appropriate protective equipment.

The loops also let the bag vent during sterilization, so steam can reach the load. Pair the bags with a BowTie™ hands-free bin and your lab has a complete, touch-free biohazard waste system.

Buying bags or a bin? Choose the exact SKU

Bags only, 100/case: A8001R is the 12 gal drawstring bag; A8003R is the 30 gal drawstring bag. Bins only, one each: A8000B (8 gal), A8006B (13 gal) and A8002B (26 gal). No bag-and-bin bundle is listed in these five options.

Use the manufacturer’s named pairings: A8001R pairs with A8000B and A8006B; A8003R pairs with A8002B. Nominal bag capacity is not bin capacity and does not establish fit with unrelated bins. A8001R bags measure 25 × 35 in. (64 × 89 cm).

Choose the material for your process: BowTie bags are 2.25 mil HDPE for 121 °C cycles. For smaller sizes or polypropylene bags rated up to 136 °C, compare MTC Bio autoclave and biohazard bags. The temperature rating alone does not validate a waste-treatment cycle.

Drawstring

Instant closure, no wire tie

121 °C

Autoclavable, 2.25 mil HDPE

Indicator

Color-changing sterilization patch

Hands-Free

Foot-pedal bins, 8 to 26 gal

BowTie bag features

Clear Labeling and a Process-Exposure Indicator

Each bag is printed with large biohazard symbols and temperature limit warnings, plus a large white marking area for lab name, date, and contents.

A sterilization indicator patch changes color after autoclaving, indicating process exposure, not proof of validated load sterility.

Why Labs Switch to BowTie™

Instant Cinch Closure
Drawstring loops close the bag in one pull. No wire ties, tape, or knots.

Built-In Handle
The same loops make it easy to lift full bags from the bin.

Safer Autoclave Removal
Allow cooling and use appropriate protective equipment; loops are not thermal protection.

Vents During Sterilization
Loop closure allows steam penetration during the cycle.

Sterilization Indicator
Color-change patch indicates process exposure, not validated load sterility.

Matched Bins
Use the named bag/bin pairings; nominal capacities are not a universal fit rule.

BowTie 13 gallon bin with lid open

Hands-Free Bins Built for the Bags

Step on the pedal and the lid lifts. BowTie™ bins keep hands off the lid and waste covered between uses, in three sizes from 8 to 26 gallons.

The printed biohazard symbol identifies the bin; add any labels required by your facility. Just add the matching BowTie™ bag.

Match Your Bin and Bag

Use the manufacturer’s named pairings below, not nominal gallon capacity alone.

Small Bin · 8 gal

Bin: A8000B, 10 × 14 × 19 in. (25 × 35 × 48 cm)

Bag: A8001R, 12 gal, 25 × 35 in. (64 × 89 cm), 100/cs

Medium Bin · 13 gal

Bin: A8006B, 16 × 16 × 24 in. (40 × 40 × 60 cm)

Bag: A8001R, 12 gal, 25 × 35 in. (64 × 89 cm), 100/cs

XL Bin · 26 gal

Bin: A8002B, 19 × 19 × 33 in. (48 × 48 × 84 cm)

Bag: A8003R, 30 gal, 33 × 41 in., 100/cs

BowTie bag in use

Need Smaller Bags or a Benchtop Bin?

For benchtop and under-bench waste, see our Autoclave & Biohazard Bags in sizes from 0.43 to 12 gallons, rated to 136 °C.

For tips, tubes, and gloves right at the bench, the BenchBin™ puts a covered biohazard bin at arm's reach.

Typical Applications

  • Microbiology and cell culture waste
  • Autoclave decontamination
  • Teaching and research labs

Tip for Safe Autoclaving

Follow your facility’s validated procedure for closure and steam penetration; do not seal the bag airtight. An indicator color change shows exposure, not validated load sterility. Allow cooling and use suitable protective equipment before handling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I receive bags and a bin together?

No. A8001R and A8003R are bags-only cases of 100. A8000B, A8006B and A8002B are bin-only options sold individually. Order the matching bag and bin separately.

Which BowTie bag fits which bin?

MTC Bio pairs the 12 gal A8001R with the 8 gal A8000B and 13 gal A8006B bins, and the 30 gal A8003R with the 26 gal A8002B. These are named product pairings, not a universal gallon-size fit rule.

Can BowTie bags be autoclaved at 136 °C?

No such rating is specified for these bags. BowTie bags are 2.25 mil HDPE suitable for 121 °C cycles. The separate polypropylene autoclave-bag range is rated up to 136 °C. Bag ratings do not establish bin autoclave compatibility.

Does a changed indicator prove the load is sterile?

No. The patch indicates process exposure; it does not prove validated load sterility. Follow your facility’s validated cycle and required mechanical, chemical and biological monitoring procedures.

How are BowTie bags different from standard MTC Bio autoclave bags?

BowTie uses built-in drawstring loops and HDPE rated for 121 °C cycles, in 12 and 30 gal bag capacities. The standard range uses polypropylene rated up to 136 °C, with smaller bag sizes and separate stand or set options.

How many bags are supplied?

A8001R and A8003R each contain 100 bags per case. Bin variants contain one bin, not a case of bags.

Do the bins have hands-free lids?

Yes. A8000B, A8006B and A8002B have a foot pedal that opens the attached lid. Select the matching bag separately.

How should I handle bags after autoclaving?

Allow the load to cool and use appropriate protective equipment under your facility’s procedures. Drawstring loops are handles, not thermal protection. Do not treat an indicator color change as permission to handle hot waste or proof that it is sterile.

    SpecificationDetail
    BrandMTC Bio
    ProductBowTie™ Biohazard Bags and Hands-Free Bins
    Bag Material2.25 mil HDPE
    Bag Autoclave Rating121 °C cycles
    Bag FeaturesDrawstring loops, biohazard and temperature warnings, marking area, sterilization indicator
    Bin MaterialPolypropylene, attached lid
    Bin OperationHands-free foot pedal
    Bin Capacities8, 13, and 26 gallons

    Ordering Information

    Cat. No.TypeCapacityDimensionsCompanionQty
    A8001RBag, drawstring12 gal (45 L)25 × 35 in. (64 × 89 cm)A8000B, A8006B100/cs
    A8003RBag, drawstring30 gal (113 L)33 × 41 in. (84 × 104 cm)A8002B100/cs
    A8000BBin, foot pedal8 gal (30 L)10 × 14 × 19 in. (25 × 35 × 48 cm)A8001R1/ea
    A8006BBin, foot pedal13 gal (50 L)16 × 16 × 24 in. (40 × 40 × 60 cm)A8001R1/ea
    A8002BBin XL, foot pedal26 gal (100 L)19 × 19 × 33 in. (48 × 48 × 84 cm)A8003R1/ea

    MTC Bio Shipping and Return Policy

    At Blue Tiger Scientific, we proudly distribute authentic MTC Bio products. The following policies apply to all purchases made through our store. All return requests must be initiated with Blue Tiger Scientific before being processed by MTC Bio.

    Shipping Policy

    Orders for MTC Bio products are fulfilled and shipped directly by MTC Bio using FedEx or UPS, with FedEx Ground as the default shipping method unless otherwise specified.

    • Expedited shipping options (2-Day, Overnight) are available at an additional cost.
    • MTC Bio only ships to residential or business addresses within the United States—no PO Boxes.
    • Orders placed after business hours, weekends, or holidays will be processed the next business day, pending product and carrier availability.
    • Shipping timelines may vary based on product availability, order size, and carrier logistics.
    • Blue Tiger Scientific and MTC Bio are not responsible for carrier delays, weather-related disruptions, or unforeseen delivery issues once the order has shipped.

    Return Policy

    If a return is necessary, customers must start the process with Blue Tiger Scientific before returning any products to MTC Bio.

    • All return requests must be initiated with Blue Tiger Scientific before shipping a product back to MTC Bio.
    • Customers must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number from Blue Tiger Scientific before returning any item.
    • Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless otherwise stated.
    • Opened or used products cannot be returned—only unused items in original packaging will be accepted.
    • Unauthorized returns (without an RMA) will be refused and returned at the customer’s expense.
    • Returned items are subject to inspection, and a 20% restocking fee may be applied.
    • Refunds will cover the product cost only—shipping fees paid at the time of purchase are non-refundable.
    • Certain items, such as custom-built, special-order, or hazardous materials, may not be eligible for return.

    Important Notes

    • Some MTC Bio products are custom-made or built to order; shipping will occur once the product is ready.
    • In the event of backorders, partial shipments may be requested.
    • Occasional delays due to material shortages, import issues, or carrier problems.

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MTC Bio BowTie™ Drawstring Biohazard Bags & Hands-Free Bins

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Options & Sizes: A8001R | Biohazard Bag | Drawstring | HDPE | 12 Gal (45L) | 25 × 35in. (64 × 89cm) | Large marking area | Sterilization indicator | Compatible with: A8000B Bin | 100/cs