Safety Can Compatibility Guide

Guide to Safe Storage of Chemicals in Safety Containers

This is intended to be used as a helpful guide only. CAUTION: Resistance to mixed solvents is unpredictable. Guide DOES NOT apply to mixtures, even if the can is compatible with all components of the mixture.

General Statements:
Galvanized Steel: Use when chemical purity is not critical. Some chemicals may adversely affect paint.
Polyethylene: Use for storing acids/caustics and other corrosive chemicals.
Stainless Steel: Use when chemical purity is critical.

* - NR indicates Not Recommended