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product_id: 15972680
title: "Nalgene 5100-0001 PC/HDPE Mr. Frosty 1 Degree C Cryogenic Freezing Container, 18 Vials, 117mm Diameter x 86mm Height"
brand: "nalgene"
price: "$479.49"
currency: USD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 2
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/15972680-nalgene-5100-0001-pc-hdpe-mr-frosty-1-degree-c
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# Durable polycarbonate + HDPE build Holds 18 cryo vials securely Precise -1°C/min cooling rate Nalgene 5100-0001 PC/HDPE Mr. Frosty 1 Degree C Cryogenic Freezing Container, 18 Vials, 117mm Diameter x 86mm Height

**Brand:** nalgene
**Price:** $479.49
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ❄️ Freeze with confidence, preserve with precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nalgene 5100-0001 PC/HDPE Mr. Frosty 1 Degree C Cryogenic Freezing Container, 18 Vials, 117mm Diameter x 86mm Height by nalgene
- **How much does it cost?** $479.49 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- nalgene enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nalgene brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Robust polycarbonate body with HDPE closure and vial holder for long-term lab durability.
- • **Spacious & Secure:** Fits up to 18 vials with a protective holder that prevents contamination and label damage.
- • **Space-Saving Storage:** Alcohol-filled containers can be stored at room temperature, freeing up valuable freezer space.
- • **User-Friendly Design:** Step-by-step graphic instructions ensure effortless setup and operation.
- • **Consistent Cryo Control:** Achieve flawless cell preservation with a reliable -1°C/min cooling rate every time.

## Overview

The Nalgene Mr. Frosty cryogenic freezing container offers a precise -1°C/min cooling rate essential for successful cell cryopreservation. It securely holds 18 vials using a contamination-preventing HDPE holder, requires only isopropyl alcohol and a mechanical freezer, and features clear graphic instructions for easy use. Its durable polycarbonate and HDPE construction ensures long-lasting lab performance while saving freezer space by allowing room temperature storage of alcohol-filled units.

## Description

This 86 x 117mm (3-7/16 x 4-5/8 inches) 'Mr. Frosty' polycarbonate freezing container with a blue high-density polyethylene closure provides the critical repeatable -1°C/minute cooling rate required for successful cell cryopreservation and recovery. It requires only 100% isopropyl alcohol and a mechanical freezer. The container is labeled with graphic step-by-step instructions and holds up to 18 vials. Designed for use with size 1.0-2.0 cryogenic vials. The white high-density polyethylene vial holder prevents vials from contacting alcohol thus there is no contamination by wicking or removal of labels or printing on vials. Containers with alcohol can be stored at room temperature saving freezer space. Material: polycarbonate with blue HDPE closure and a white HDPE vial holder and foam insert. Capacity: 18 vials. Closure size: 120mm. Dimensions (H x Dia.): 86 x 117mm (3-7/16 x 4-5/8 inches). Sold individually. Nalgene #: 5100-0001.

Review: Exactly what we wanted for an easy cell freeze - Exactly what we wanted for an easy cell freeze. Haven't used it yet, but it looks like the ones I've seen before, and I'm not too worried :)
Review: Five Stars - Fine poduct

## Features

- Capacity: 18 vials; closure size: 120mm; dimensions (H x Dia.): 86 x 117mm (3-7/16 x 4-5/8 inches)
- Material: polycarbonate with blue HDPE closure and a white HDPE vial holder and foam insert
- Provides the critical, repeatable -1°C/minute cooling rate required for successful cell cryopreservation and recovery
- Requires only 100% isopropyl alcohol and a mechanical freezer
- Labeled with graphic, step-by-step instructions; holder prevents vials from contacting alcohol

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003OBYM38 |
| Date First Available | May 28, 2010 |
| Item Weight | 6.4 ounces |
| Item model number | C6516F-1 |
| Manufacturer | Thermo Scientific |
| Package Dimensions | 5.4 x 5 x 4.9 inches |

## Images

![Nalgene 5100-0001 PC/HDPE Mr. Frosty 1 Degree C Cryogenic Freezing Container, 18 Vials, 117mm Diameter x 86mm Height - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91eFTROZ4WL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly what we wanted for an easy cell freeze
*by E***A on November 3, 2015*

Exactly what we wanted for an easy cell freeze. Haven't used it yet, but it looks like the ones I've seen before, and I'm not too worried :)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars
*by P***O on June 23, 2016*

Fine poduct

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*Last updated: 2026-03-10*