Laboratory Plasticware

Laboratory plasticware covers the range of polypropylene and polystyrene equipment used across a lab or classroom wherever an unbreakable, disposable, or chemical-resistant alternative to glass is needed. It's lightweight, inexpensive, and ideal for everyday practical work.

SmartLabs stocks the full range, from beakers and flasks to petri dishes and centrifuge tubes, so you can equip a lab economically or restock consumables as you go.

What is laboratory plasticware?

Laboratory plasticware covers the range of polypropylene and polystyrene equipment used across a lab or classroom wherever an unbreakable, disposable, or chemical-resistant alternative to glass is needed. It's lightweight, inexpensive, and ideal for everyday practical work.

SmartLabs stocks the full range, from beakers and flasks to petri dishes and centrifuge tubes, so you can equip a lab economically or restock consumables as you go.

Common uses of plasticware in the lab

Where plasticware earns its place alongside glass in a practical lab.

  • Disposable Convenience

    Single-use items like petri dishes and pipettes are discarded after use, avoiding cross-contamination.

  • Unbreakable & Lightweight

    Polypropylene flexes rather than shatters, making it a safer choice for busy classrooms.

  • Chemical Resistance

    Many plastics resist acids and solvents that would otherwise damage other materials.

  • Storage & Organisation

    Racks, stands, and tubes keep samples upright and organised on the bench or in the fridge.