New Pig KIT21 Universal Spill Kit in Bucket — 4-Gallon Absorbency, Oils/Coolants/Solvents/Water

New Pig KIT21 Universal Spill Kit overview

The New Pig KIT21 Universal Spill Kit (New Pig's model KIT213) is a prepacked, fast-response bucket kit for the everyday spills that happen around machinery, fluid storage, and vehicles. It absorbs oils, coolants, solvents, and water — the universal PIG Blue absorbent handles both oil- and water-based liquids — with a total absorbency of about 4 gallons. Inside the screw-lid, UN-rated polyethylene bucket you get absorbent socks (a 10-ft and a 48-in length), mat pads, disposal bags, and seal labels, so you can dam, soak up, bag, and store a spill from one container. See our best spill kits guide and the spill control collection for the full range.

The most important thing to get right is what "universal" means. Universal absorbents are for common, non-aggressive liquids only — oils, coolants, solvents, and water. They are not for acids, bases, oxidizers, or other aggressive chemicals; for those you need a chemical-specific kit like the New Pig acid-neutralizing kit, and you should always check the substance's safety data sheet first. If your spills are oil on water or outdoors, the oil-only version is the KIT413 (it repels water), and for bigger volumes there's the 30-gallon overpack kit. Restock with absorbent socks and mat pads.

Where it fits

It's the small-spill, fast-response kit for shops, garages, warehouses, fleet bays, and manufacturing floors — anywhere oil, coolant, or solvent might leak and you want a contained kit ready by the door. Build a perimeter with the socks, soak the pool with the pads, and bag the used absorbents in the same bucket. It's not the tool for a large drum-sized spill (use a 20- or 30-gallon kit) or for aggressive chemicals (use a chemical kit). Pair the cleanup with the right PPE — our chemical-resistant gloves and solvent respirator cartridge guides cover the protection, and keep a first-aid kit nearby.

Pros & cons

Specifications

Related guides

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Related resources

• New Pig KIT413 oil-only spill kit
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• Shop spill control

Frequently asked questions

What liquids does this spill kit absorb?

It's a universal kit, so it absorbs oils, coolants, solvents, and water — the common, non-aggressive liquids found around most shops and job sites. Universal absorbents handle both oil- and water-based spills, unlike oil-only absorbents that repel water.

Is it safe for acids, bases, or aggressive chemicals?

No. Universal absorbents are for common non-aggressive liquids only. For acids, bases, oxidizers, or other aggressive chemicals, use a chemical-specific or acid-neutralizing kit and always check the safety data sheet for the substance you're cleaning up first.

How much can it absorb?

Up to about 4 gallons of liquid total. That makes it a compact, grab-and-go response kit for small leaks and spills; for larger volumes, step up to a 20- or 30-gallon drum or overpack kit.

What's included in the kit?

It's prepacked with PIG Blue universal absorbent socks (a 10-ft and a 48-in length), several absorbent mat pads, polyethylene disposal bags, and tamperproof seal labels, all inside a screw-lid polyethylene bucket.

Is this the KIT21 or the KIT213?

They're the same product — New Pig's model number for this 4-gallon bucket universal spill kit is KIT213. The listing shows it as KIT21; recognize it by the model and the bucket format if you're cross-shopping.

Can I reuse the bucket for disposal?

Yes. The polyethylene bucket has an easy-open, screw-on lid and is UN-rated, so it can be used to temporarily store or ship the used absorbents after a cleanup, subject to your waste-disposal rules.

What are the socks versus the pads for?

The absorbent socks surround and contain a spill to stop it spreading and to dam it away from drains, while the mat pads soak up the pooled liquid. Use the socks to build a perimeter first, then the pads to absorb.

Do I need PPE to clean up a spill?

Yes. Wear chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection at a minimum, and a respirator if you're dealing with solvent vapors. Match the PPE to the specific liquid using its safety data sheet before you start.

How do I dispose of the used absorbents?

Used absorbents take on the hazard of whatever they soaked up, so dispose of them according to your local, state, and federal waste regulations — what was absorbed determines whether it's regular or hazardous waste. The bags and bucket help you contain them.

Where should I keep the kit?

Store it where spills are most likely — near machinery, fluid storage, loading areas, or vehicles — and where anyone can reach it fast in an emergency. Fast access is the whole point of a bucket kit.

How is universal different from oil-only absorbent?

Universal absorbs both oil- and water-based liquids, which suits indoor shop spills where coolant, solvent, and water are all in play. Oil-only absorbents repel water and float, which is for oil spills on water or outdoors; New Pig's oil-only bucket is the KIT413.

Does a spill kit satisfy OSHA or SPCC requirements?

A spill kit supports your spill-response and SPCC plan, but it isn't a substitute for a written plan, training, and the right procedures. Keep the kit stocked and pair it with a documented response process for your site.

Reviewed by Steven Eaton, WC Safety. Contents reflect New Pig's published data for the KIT213 bucket spill kit; always match the kit and your PPE to the specific liquid via its safety data sheet, and follow your site's spill-response plan.