Description

Description

Key performance benefit: The PIG® Original Absorbent Sock is designed to absorb and contain common liquids in work areas and around equipment.

Material & construction: These universal absorbent socks are supplied in a flexible, formable design and packaged 40 per box.

Risk reduction / compliance benefit: Helps control leaks, drips, and spills to support cleaner floors and safer work areas.

Protection level: Intended for universal absorbent applications.

Comfort & usability: The 42 × 3-inch sock shape allows placement around equipment, along edges, or around spill areas as needed.

Safety & compliance assurance: PIG® absorbent products are commonly used for spill control and maintenance applications.

Recommended For

  • Leak containment
  • Drip control
  • Spill response
  • Around equipment bases
  • Work area absorbency
  • Routine cleanup tasks

Product Details

  • Product: Pig Original Absorbent Sock, Universal
  • Size: 42 in x 3 in
  • Quantity: 40 per box
  • Model: 404
  • Designed to absorb concentrated chemical spills
  • Absorbs acids, bases, corrosives, chemicals, and unknown liquids
  • Effective on high-concentration spills, including 98% sulfuric acid and 30% sodium hydroxide
  • Chemical-resistant construction will not degrade or react with corrosive liquids
  • Ideal for diking and containing chemical spills to prevent spread
  • Polypropylene filler provides high absorbency for reactive spills
  • Bright pink color ensures quick identification during spill response

Primary Industries

  • Manufacturing
  • Facilities & Maintenance
  • Industrial Operations
  • Warehousing

Standards and Certifications

  • Designed for universal absorbent applications

Buyer Assurance

A practical universal absorbent sock solution for everyday spill control and maintenance needs.

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FAQs

What are these absorbent socks typically used for?

These absorbent socks are used to contain and absorb leaks, drips, and spills around equipment, drains, and work areas. They are ideal for diking and preventing the spread of liquids, but are not a substitute for full spill response kits during large releases or emergency hazardous material incidents in industrial facilities.

What types of liquids can these socks absorb?

They absorb oils, water, acids, bases, corrosives, and many unknown liquids. The chemical-resistant construction prevents degradation when exposed to aggressive fluids, including high-concentration acids and caustics. Always verify compatibility and follow site safety procedures when responding to chemical spills in industrial maintenance laboratories, manufacturing, and facility environments, with trained personnel present.

How does the sock design help with spill control?

The flexible sock design allows shaping around equipment bases, floor edges, and spill perimeters. This helps create temporary barriers that stop liquid migration. Socks can be repositioned as conditions change, supporting controlled cleanup without spreading contamination across surrounding floors or work zones during active maintenance operations, spill response, and repairs.

How should absorbent socks be stored and disposed of?

These socks should be stored in a clean, dry location for quick access. After use, dispose of saturated socks according to internal safety policies and local regulations. Proper disposal helps prevent secondary exposure, ensures compliance, and keeps spill response supplies ready for future incidents across industrial facilities, laboratories, warehouses, and plants.