If you are not buying a Tubtrug then at least know what you are buying…

23rd Oct 2013

Tubtrugs are…	Other tubs are.....

DEHP Free and BPA Free Premium quality and virtually indestructible - Made from safe low density polyethylene (LDPE) UV proof, Frost Proof and fade resistant, with excellent resistance to water, moisture and most organic solvents and chemicals. Made from virgin plastic. Tubtrugs are made with a Cadmium free content which means they are safe and non toxic. Tubtrugs meet the food grade standard and can be used to store food (Safe for animals) Made with ribbed body for strength Made with super strong handles. Available in 8 sizes and multiple bright colours A useful tool you can use again and again Consistent Quality - Made by the same manufacturer to ISO9002 Quality Assurance Program	DEHP is a commonly used plasticizer to make PVC plastics. Any plastics containing more than 1% DEHP are banned in Australia from 1 Feb 2011. Low quality that can crack or break easily with general use – Made from high density polyethylene (HDPE) HDPE has no resistance to these things. Made from various untreated recycled plastics that have been used to store chemicals, detergents and many other unsavoury things that you don’t want to mix with kids’ toys or food storage or feeding animals Untested If made from HDPE then can crack or break easily Limited uses Handles can break easily depending on load and usage Limited sizes and colours Limited life and usage Made by unknown manufacturer/s to unknown quality standards.