New Pig KIT236 Overpack Spill Kit — 30-Gallon Salvage Drum, 21-Gallon Universal Absorbency

New Pig KIT236 Overpack Spill Kit overview

The New Pig KIT236 Overpack Spill Kit is a large-capacity, universal spill kit built into a 30-gallon UN-rated overpack salvage drum. It delivers up to 21-gallon absorbency from four PIG Blue absorbent socks, four absorbent pillows, and twenty-five mat pads, and it soaks up oils, coolants, solvents, and water — the common non-aggressive liquids, both oil- and water-based. The star of the kit is the overpack salvage drum: a heavy-duty drum big enough to contain a leaking or damaged container inside it, UN-rated to ship spill-cleanup waste, with lift-out baskets to keep supplies organized. See our best spill kits guide and the spill control collection.

Two clarifications keep expectations right. First, capacity: the 30-gallon figure is the drum size, while the absorbency is 21 gallons — don't confuse the container with the amount it soaks up. Second, chemistry: this is the universal kit, for common liquids. It is not for acids, bases, or aggressive chemicals — for those use a HazMat kit (New Pig's KIT336) or the acid-neutralizing kit — and if you need to shed water on oil spills, the oil-only version is the KIT413 bucket. It's the high-capacity counterpart to the bucket-sized KIT21; restock with absorbent socks and mat pads.

Where it fits

It's the stationary, high-capacity kit for drum-storage rooms, chemical and fluid handling areas, loading docks, and manufacturing floors where a larger spill is possible and you want an overpack drum on hand. Use the socks to dam and contain, pillows to soak the pooled liquid, and pads to finish — then contain the used absorbents in the same UN-rated drum. It's not a grab-and-go kit (that's the bucket-sized KIT21) or for aggressive chemicals. Pair the cleanup with the right PPE — our chemical-resistant gloves and solvent respirator cartridge guides cover protection, and keep a first-aid kit nearby.

Pros & cons

Specifications

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Frequently asked questions

What does the KIT236 absorb?

It's a universal kit, so it absorbs oils, coolants, solvents, and water — the common non-aggressive liquids. The PIG Blue socks, pillows, and mat pads handle both oil- and water-based spills, unlike oil-only absorbents that repel water.

How much can it absorb?

Up to about 21 gallons of liquid. Note the 30-gallon figure is the size of the overpack drum, not the absorbency — the absorbent capacity is 21 gallons, sized for larger spills than a bucket kit.

What is an overpack salvage drum?

It's a heavy-duty DOT/UN-rated drum big enough to hold a leaking or damaged container inside it — you "overpack" the failing drum to stop the leak and move it safely. Here the same drum ships the kit and, after a spill, can contain and ship the used absorbents.

Is it for acids or aggressive chemicals?

No. The KIT236 is universal, for common non-aggressive liquids only. For acids, bases, oxidizers, or other aggressive chemicals, use a HazMat kit (New Pig's KIT336) or an acid-neutralizing kit, and always check the safety data sheet first.

What's included in the kit?

Four 3-in x 10-ft PIG Blue absorbent socks, four 17-in x 21-in absorbent pillows, twenty-five 15-in x 20-in mat pads, five disposal bags, six tamperproof seal labels, instructions, and the 30-gallon overpack salvage drum with lift-out baskets.

Can I ship spill waste in the drum?

Yes. The overpack salvage drum is strong enough to earn a UN rating for shipping spill-cleanup waste, so it doubles as both the kit's container and the disposal container after a spill, subject to your waste rules.

What are the pillows for?

Absorbent pillows soak up high volumes of pooled liquid quickly — you drop them into a puddle or under a steady drip. Combined with the socks (to dam) and pads (to wipe and finish), they handle a bigger spill efficiently.

How big and heavy is it?

The drum is about 23 inches in diameter by 30 inches high and the kit weighs around 52 pounds. It's a stationary, high-capacity kit meant to live in a fixed spot near a spill risk, not a grab-and-go bucket.

When should I choose this over a bucket spill kit?

Choose the 30-gallon overpack kit for larger spills, drum-handling areas, or where you also need an overpack drum on hand. For small, everyday leaks, a bucket kit like the universal KIT21 or oil-only KIT413 is faster to grab.

What PPE do I need to clean up a spill?

Wear chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection at minimum, and a respirator if solvent vapors are present. Match the PPE to the specific liquid using its safety data sheet before you start the cleanup.

How do I dispose of the used absorbents?

Used absorbents carry the hazard of whatever they soaked up, so dispose of them per your local, state, and federal waste rules. The UN-rated drum and bags let you contain and ship the waste properly.

What's the difference between universal, oil-only, and HazMat versions?

Universal (this KIT236) absorbs oil- and water-based liquids; oil-only (KIT436/KIT413) repels water for oil and fuel; HazMat (KIT336) handles aggressive chemicals. Match the absorbent type to the liquids you actually keep on site.

Reviewed by Steven Eaton, WC Safety. Contents reflect New Pig's published data for the KIT236 universal overpack 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.