{"title":"Chemical Stores","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStoring hazardous chemicals without COSHH-compliant containment exposes your business to HSE prosecution, unlimited fines, and potential criminal charges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse our range of bunded chemical stores, fire-rated flammables cabinets, ventilated COSHH storage units, and walk-in hazmat buildings — from 30L safety cabinets to large outdoor chemical stores. DSEAR and COSHH compliant. UK delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a Chemical Storage Unit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chemical storage unit is a purpose-built enclosure that provides safe, compliant, and segregated storage for hazardous substances. Unlike standard cupboards or shelves, compliant chemical stores incorporate the physical controls required by law: bunded bases to contain liquid spills, ventilation to prevent vapour accumulation, fire-rated construction where flammable substances are involved, and secure locking to prevent unauthorised access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe legal trigger for a chemical storage unit is broad: under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002, any business that stores, handles, or uses substances classified as hazardous to health — including paints, solvents, fuels, acids, alkalis, cleaning chemicals, and pesticides — must implement adequate control measures. For liquid hazardous substances, this almost always means a bunded, ventilated, and lockable storage unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho needs chemical storage units?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufacturers and processors using solvents, acids, alkalis, or cleaning agents\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorkshops and garages storing paints, thinners, and lubricants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAgricultural businesses storing herbicides, pesticides, and fertilisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLaboratories and research facilities handling reagents and solvents\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSchools, colleges, and universities with science or technology facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCleaning and facilities management companies storing cleaning chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomotive businesses storing brake fluids, coolants, and solvent-based products\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAny business storing more than the HSE's 50L threshold of flammable liquids in an unprotected area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypes of Chemical Storage Units\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChemical stores range from compact safety cabinets for small quantities to large walk-in buildings for multi-drum or bulk storage. Choosing the correct type depends on the volume stored, the chemical type, whether flammable liquids are involved, and the storage environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFlammable Liquid Safety Cabinets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFire-rated steel construction — typically 30-minute fire resistance (meeting EN 14470-1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelf-closing doors with intumescent seals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegral bunded base — catches spills within the cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVentilation ports (top and bottom) for natural air circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCapacities: 30L to 250L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse for: paints, solvents, acetone, ethanol, IPA, paint thinners, methylated spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRequired when: storing \u0026gt;50L flammable liquids in unprotected workspace (HSE threshold)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCOSHH Storage Cabinets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBunded base — 110% containment for liquid spills\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLockable with key or combination security\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVentilated construction — natural airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for non-flammable hazardous liquids: cleaning agents, coolants, dilute acids, alkalis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCapacities: 50L to 500L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse for: general hazardous substance control under COSHH Regulations 2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAcid and Alkali Storage Cabinets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePolyethylene (PE) construction — fully chemically resistant interior and exterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSteel acid\/alkali cabinets will corrode — only PE is appropriate for corrosives\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBunded base integrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVentilated — acid vapours require air changes to prevent accumulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSegregated storage: \u003cstrong\u003eacids and alkalis must never be stored together\u003c\/strong\u003e — violent exothermic reaction risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCapacities: 30L to 200L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor Chemical Stores\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeatherproof steel or GRP construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBunded base — 110% containment for outdoor liquid storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVentilated — natural or forced extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLockable with security hasps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUV and corrosion resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCapacities: 200L to 10,000L+\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse for: bulk drum storage, IBC areas, agricultural chemical stores, industrial sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWalk-In Chemical Storage Buildings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModular construction — installed on-site, expandable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBunded concrete floor — integral liquid containment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFire-rated walls and doors: 30-minute or 60-minute options\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForced mechanical ventilation — required for large volumes of flammable vapour-producing substances\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavy-gauge security: multi-point locking, anti-drill cylinder, security bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse for: paint stores, solvent stores, agricultural chemical buildings, multi-drum operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGas Cylinder Cages and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVentilated cage construction — prevents gas accumulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSecurity-rated: prevents unauthorised access to compressed or liquefied gas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSegregation: oxidising gases stored separately from flammable gases (DSEAR requirement)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrequently purchased alongside chemical stores for combined hazmat compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"6\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eFlammables Cabinet\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCOSHH Cabinet\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eAcid\/Alkali Cabinet\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eOutdoor Chemical Store\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eWalk-In Building\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFire Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e30 min (EN 14470-1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNone standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNone standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOptional 30\/60 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e30 or 60 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBunded Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓ (concrete floor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNatural (ports)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNatural (PE vents)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNatural \/ forced\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eForced mechanical\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePolyethylene\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSteel \/ GRP\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSteel (modular)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e30L – 250L\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e50L – 500L\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e30L – 200L\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e200L – 10,000L+\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBespoke\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOSHH Compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDSEAR Compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓ (fire-rated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNot for flammables\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNot for flammables\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓ (fire-rated models)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChemical Stores Compliance \u0026amp; Legal Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChemical storage is one of the most heavily regulated areas of workplace safety in the UK. Two primary regulatory frameworks govern chemical storage: COSHH and DSEAR — and for most businesses storing hazardous liquids, \u003cstrong\u003eboth apply simultaneously\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCOSHH Regulations 2002 — Control of Substances Hazardous to Health\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe COSHH Regulations require every employer to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssess the risks from hazardous substances in the workplace (COSHH risk assessment)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImplement adequate control measures — including segregated, ventilated, bunded storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintain an up-to-date chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) library\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure chemical stores are locked and access is restricted to authorised personnel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlan for and be capable of managing chemical spills — including appropriate \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chemical-spill-kits\"\u003echemical spill kits\u003c\/a\u003e adjacent to the store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrain employees in chemical hazards, storage requirements, and emergency procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA COSHH cabinet or chemical store is the primary physical control measure for most businesses. Storing chemicals in unlabelled containers, standard cupboards, or in mixed proximity with incompatibles is a direct COSHH breach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDSEAR 2002 — Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDSEAR applies whenever a business stores or handles flammable or explosive substances — including paints, solvents, fuels, adhesives, and any substance that can create a flammable atmosphere. DSEAR requirements include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplosion risk assessment:\u003c\/strong\u003e identifying and classifying ATEX zones where flammable vapours may be present\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-minute fire-rated storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e flammable liquids must be stored in EN 14470-1 rated cabinets or equivalent fire-rated buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural or mechanical ventilation to prevent explosive atmospheres forming inside the store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e the HSE recommends no more than 50L of flammable liquid in the workplace outside of a fire-rated store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIgnition control:\u003c\/strong\u003e no naked flames, no non-ATEX electrical equipment inside classified zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany businesses believe their standard lockable cabinet is DSEAR compliant — it is not unless it carries a certified fire resistance rating. HSE and local fire authority inspectors will ask for evidence of fire rating during inspections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth and Safety at Work Act 1974\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overarching duty on every employer to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety, and welfare of employees. Inadequate chemical storage that results in injury, illness, or death creates both criminal and civil liability under this Act.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Cost of Non-Compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHSE enforcement options include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImprovement Notices\u003c\/strong\u003e — requiring remediation within a specified time\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProhibition Notices\u003c\/strong\u003e — immediate cessation of the activity (no warning)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProsecution\u003c\/strong\u003e — unlimited fines in the Crown Court; directors personally liable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chemical fire or explosion caused by inadequate storage carries the additional risk of unlimited liability under civil law — insurance policies typically contain exclusion clauses for non-compliant storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCLP Signage Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll chemical stores must display correct CLP (Classification, Labelling, and Packaging) hazard pictograms at the point of storage. \"Flammable\", \"Corrosive\", and \"Toxic\" signage must be visible from outside the store. Our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spill-safety-signs\"\u003espill and safety signs\u003c\/a\u003e range includes all required CLP signage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIndustries \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChemical storage units are a mandatory compliance requirement across virtually every industrial and commercial sector:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturing \u0026amp; Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction facilities using solvents, lubricants, cleaning agents, and process chemicals require COSHH-compliant storage segregated from the main production area. Large facilities may require multiple stores — segregated by chemical family, with acids, alkalis, and flammables in separate units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAutomotive \u0026amp; Vehicle Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarages and bodyshops store paints, thinners, primers, brake fluids, coolants, and cleaning solvents — almost all of which trigger DSEAR requirements. A fire-rated flammables cabinet and a separate COSHH unit for non-flammable liquids is the minimum compliant configuration for most workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAgriculture \u0026amp; Horticulture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFarms storing pesticides, herbicides, fertiliser concentrates, and fuel face both COSHH and DSEAR obligations. Outdoor chemical stores with bunded floors and ventilation are the standard solution for agricultural chemical compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePharmaceutical \u0026amp; Laboratory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch facilities and pharmaceutical manufacturers operate under the strictest chemical segregation requirements. Acid cabinets, flammables stores, and oxidiser storage must be physically separated, with full SDS documentation for every substance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEducation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchools and colleges with science departments are regulated by both COSHH and CLEAPSS guidance. Dedicated COSHH cabinets for acids, alkalis, flammables, and general chemicals are required — inspectors from Ofsted and local authorities increasingly scrutinise chemical storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning \u0026amp; Facilities Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleaning contractors and facilities managers store concentrated cleaning chemicals — bleach, acid descalers, alkali degreasers — that require segregated COSHH storage. A compact COSHH cabinet in each building's cleaning store is the compliant solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuying Guide — How to Choose the Right Chemical Store\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: What chemicals are you storing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eList every substance and check its Safety Data Sheet. Identify which are classified as: flammable (Section 9 flash point), corrosive (acid or alkali), toxic, oxidising, or environmentally hazardous. This determines which store type you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Are any substances flammable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf yes — you need a fire-rated flammables cabinet (EN 14470-1) or a DSEAR-compliant building. Standard COSHH cabinets are not appropriate for flammable liquids. Check whether you have more than 50L of flammable liquid — if so, a fire-rated cabinet or store is mandatory under HSE guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 3: Do you need to segregate acids from alkalis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, always. Acids and alkalis must be stored in separate units. Mixing them in the same store — even if the containers are sealed — creates a risk of violent reaction if a spillage occurs. Polyethylene construction is required for both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 4: How much volume do you need to store?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a store with at least 25% more capacity than your current chemical inventory — this allows for stock variation and prevents the temptation to leave overflow chemicals uncontained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 5: Indoor or outdoor installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndoor cabinets require an external wall vent for fresh-air ventilation. Outdoor stores are fully weatherproof and self-contained — the better choice for larger quantities or where indoor space is limited. Outdoor chemical stores must be sited on a hard, level surface away from drains and water bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor drum chemical storage, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drum-spill-pallets\"\u003edrum spill pallets\u003c\/a\u003e. For IBC chemical storage, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ibc-spill-pallets\"\u003eIBC spill pallets\u003c\/a\u003e. For chemical spill response, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chemical-spill-kits\"\u003echemical spill kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I legally need a chemical storage cabinet for hazardous substances?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — under the COSHH Regulations 2002, any employer storing hazardous substances must implement adequate control measures, including segregated, contained, and ventilated storage. For flammable liquids above 50L, DSEAR 2002 additionally requires fire-rated storage. The specific type of cabinet or store required depends on the chemical hazard class, the volume stored, and whether substances are flammable. HSE and local fire authorities inspect for compliance and can issue immediate Prohibition Notices for non-compliant chemical storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between COSHH and DSEAR storage requirements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002) applies to any substance hazardous to health — including chemicals that are toxic, corrosive, irritant, or harmful. COSHH requires segregated, ventilated, bunded, and locked storage. DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002) applies specifically to flammable and explosive substances and requires additional fire-resistance measures — including 30-minute fire-rated cabinets or buildings, ATEX zone classification, and ignition source control. For many businesses storing flammable chemicals, both sets of regulations apply to the same storage unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much flammable liquid can I store without a fire-rated cabinet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HSE's published guidance recommends that no more than 50 litres of flammable liquid is stored in the workplace outside of a fire-rated container. This is the working-day supply limit — not the total site stock limit. If your working-day requirement exceeds 50L, you need a fire-rated flammables cabinet (EN 14470-1 certified) or a DSEAR-compliant storage building. Bulk flammable liquid stock should always be stored in a purpose-built flammables store, not in the immediate work area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a bunded chemical store count as secondary containment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — a chemical store with an integral bunded base providing 110% containment capacity satisfies the secondary containment requirement under both COSHH Regulations 2002 and the Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) Regulations 2001 (for oil-based substances). The bunded base must hold the full volume of the largest container stored within it, plus 10%. This means that for a chemical store holding a 200L drum, the bunded floor must have a minimum 220L sump capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I store acids and alkalis in the same cabinet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — acids and alkalis must always be stored in separate, dedicated cabinets. If a spill occurs in a shared storage unit, mixing of acid and alkali creates a violent exothermic reaction, generating heat, spattering corrosive liquid, and potentially producing toxic fumes. This is a fundamental chemical segregation rule recognised by COSHH regulations, CLEAPSS, and all relevant safety data sheets. Use separate polyethylene acid cabinets and separate polyethylene alkali cabinets, physically apart from each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Spill Control Products UK?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are a specialist spill and hazmat containment supplier — chemical storage compliance is our area of expertise, not a secondary product line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCOSHH and DSEAR compliant options clearly identified:\u003c\/strong\u003e every store in our range is labelled with its compliance standard so you know exactly what you're buying\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire-rated flammables cabinets:\u003c\/strong\u003e EN 14470-1 certified cabinets in stock for DSEAR compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBunded bases as standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e all chemical stores include integral 110% bunded containment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcid-resistant polyethylene options:\u003c\/strong\u003e for corrosive storage that won't degrade the cabinet itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalk-in and outdoor stores:\u003c\/strong\u003e for high-volume operations requiring more than a cabinet can provide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpert DSEAR and COSHH guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e our technical team can advise on the correct store for your chemical inventory and site layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK delivery and installation guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e from compact cabinets to modular chemical buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted by:\u003c\/strong\u003e manufacturers, NHS trusts, universities, local authorities, and industrial businesses across the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor chemical spill response equipment, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chemical-spill-kits\"\u003echemical spill kits\u003c\/a\u003e. For portable temporary containment, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/portable-bunds\"\u003eportable bunds\u003c\/a\u003e. For drum containment, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drum-spill-pallets\"\u003edrum spill pallets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.spill-control-products.co.uk\/collections\/chemical-stores.oembed","provider":"Spill Control Products UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}