Absorbent Socks
Absorbent socks are long, flexible tubes designed to contain spills, prevent spread, and protect drains, walkways, and sensitive areas. They create fast, reliable spill barriers around machinery, doorways, benches, and storage zones.
Key Features
• Long, flexible design for fast spill containment • Ideal for surrounding spills and preventing spread • Protects drains and sensitive areas from contamination • Curves easily around machinery, corners, and equipment • Available in white (oil‑only), grey (universal), and yellow (chemical) • Essential for spill kits and perimeter control
Liquids Handled
• Oil‑Only (White): Fuels, oils, hydrocarbons — floats and repels water
• Universal (Grey): Coolants, paints, detergents, water‑based liquids, food‑grade liquids
• Chemical (Yellow): Acids, alkalis, corrosives, unknown liquids
• For reactive chemicals, check SDS to confirm if neutralisation is required before use
Specifications
• Lengths: 1.2 mtr and 3 mtr • Material: Polypropylene • Colour‑coded: White / Grey / Yellow • Flexible design: Easily forms curves and perimeter barriers
Compliance Note:
Absorbent socks support HSWA and EPA requirements by helping workplaces contain and manage spills safely and effectively.
See WorkSafe NZ’s guidance on managing risk:
https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/managing-health-and-safety/managing-risks/
Absorbent Socks - Oil/Hydrocarbon
Oil/Hydrocarbon 1.2mtr SKU: CSOC011 and 3mtr SKU: CSOC013
Absorbent Socks - General Purpose/Universal
General Purpose/Universal 1.2mtr SKU:CSOC003 and 3mtr SKU: CSOC004
Absorbent Socks - Chemical
Chemical 1.2mtr SKU:CSOC005 and 3mtr SKU: CSOC007
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can absorbent socks be used to absorb liquid?
Yes — socks absorb liquid, but their primary purpose is containment, not high‑volume absorption.
Can socks be used on chemical spills?
Only yellow chemical socks should be used on corrosives or unknown liquids. Do check the SDS to ensure if the spill needs to be neutralised first. Grey socks are not suitable for acids or alkalis.
Do oil‑only socks float on water?
Yes — white oil‑only socks float and absorb hydrocarbons while repelling water.
How many socks do I need to contain a spill?
Most spills require 1–3 socks, depending on the area and spread. Large spills may require multiple socks linked end‑to‑end.
How should used socks be disposed of?
Dispose of according to the liquid absorbed and SDS guidance. Hydrocarbon‑soaked socks = oily waste. Chemical‑soaked socks = hazardous waste.
Related Spill Response Categories:
• Oil/Hydrocarbon Spill Kits — Kits designed for fuels, oils and hydrocarbons
• General Purpose / Universal Spill Kits — Kits for mixed, non‑aggressive liquids
• Chemical Spill Kits — Kits for aggressive and hazardous chemical spills
• Oil/Hydrocarbon–General Purpose / Universal Spill Kits — Kits covering both oils and general liquids
• Absorbent Products — Pads, socks, pillows, rolls, booms and particulate absorbents
Drain Protection — Drain mats, drain guards, and drain protectors
PPE for Spill Response — Gloves, glasses/goggles, disposable aprons and coveralls, P2 masks and respiratory protection
Secondary Containment — Spill decks, spill pallets, drive-over bunding, drum containment, and IBC solutions
DG Storage Cabinets — Approved flammable, toxic, oxidisers, aerosol and corrosive storage
Eyewash Solutions — Saline and buffer solutions for emergency eye flushing
Site Safety & Signage — Warning/danger/prohibited signs, DG signs and labels, Spill kit location signs, cones and retractable bars
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