Corrosive Storage Cabinets
Acids, alkalis, and caustics don’t forgive poor storage. A leaking container of sodium hydroxide or a cracked bottle of hydrochloric acid can seriously harm your team and put you on the wrong side of your WorkSafe obligations. A quality corrosive storage cabinet is the simplest, most effective way to keep hazardous substances contained, segregated, and compliant.
Our range of corrosive chemical storage cabinets comes in both metal and poly (PVC) options to suit the specific chemicals you’re working with. Find your solution below.
Choosing the Right Corrosive Chemical Storage Cabinet
The main choice you’ll face is metal vs. poly corrosive cabinets in NZ. Both types meet AS 3780 requirements—the difference is which chemicals they’re best suited to handle and how they perform in your specific environment.
Metal Corrosive Storage Cabinets
Metal hazardous substances storage cabinets are built for Class 8 dangerous goods, including acids, alkalis, caustics, sodium hydroxide solutions, and hypochlorite solutions. They’re a reliable choice for workshops, maintenance areas, and industrial facilities where robust construction is essential.
Standard features include double steel walls, self-closing lockable doors, adjustable powder-coated shelving with plastic spill trays on each shelf, and a liquid-tight sump in the base to capture leaks before they spread.
If your site also stores pressurised containers, keep them properly segregated—our gas bottle cabinet range is designed for exactly that.
Poly Corrosive Storage Cabinets
When you’re dealing with more aggressive substances—concentrated sulphuric acid, for example—a poly cabinet is the better choice. Made from chemical-resistant PVC, these cabinets won’t corrode, rust, or react with the chemicals inside, even with prolonged exposure.
Our poly corrosive cabinets in NZ are suitable for Classes 5, 6, and 8, making them a smart choice for laboratories, healthcare facilities, and any site handling a mix of chemical hazard classes. They meet both AS/NZS 2243 and AS 3780 standards, with self-closing lockable doors, adjustable shelving, and a liquid-tight base bund.
For complete coverage, place chemical spill trays beneath decanting areas to catch drips during handling and, under AS 3780 guidelines, eye wash stations should be positioned within 10 metres of your corrosive storage area.
Find Your Corrosive Chemical Storage Cabinet at Spillbase
Spillbase stocks a practical range of corrosive storage cabinets to suit New Zealand workplaces of all sizes, from compact units for under-bench storage to large-capacity options for high-volume industries.
Browse our cabinets above, or get in touch for advice, and we’ll point you in the right direction. Complete your hazardous substance setup with a biohazard kit for fast, effective response if a spill does occur.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes do corrosive storage cabinets come in?
Our range starts at 40 litres for compact poly units, ideal for small quantities stored under a bench, and goes up to 250 litres for larger metal cabinets suited to industrial environments.
If you’re working through your compliance obligations, a Hazardous Substances Calculator can help you confirm what storage capacity your site requires.
Can I store different classes of dangerous goods in the same cabinet?
Mixing incompatible dangerous goods classes in a single cabinet is both unsafe and non-compliant. Storing corrosives alongside flammables or oxidisers, for example, can trigger fires, explosions, or toxic gas release. HSNO regulations require hazardous substances storage to be carefully segregated by hazard class.
How often should hazardous substance storage solutions be inspected, and what maintenance checks are required?
A quick visual check each week is a great habit. Look for chemical residue, confirm doors are closing and latching properly, and make sure the base sump is clear of accumulated liquid.
A more thorough inspection, quarterly or annually, should cover all components: hinges, door seals, the condition of plastic spill trays on each shelf, and any signs of corrosion or structural wear. You can adjust the frequency based on how actively the corrosive storage cabinet is used and the type of substances it holds.