Chemical Absorbent Socks SL-CS2

(4 reviews)

The SL-CS2 is a heavy-duty, extended-length chemical absorbent sock built for large spill perimeters and high-volume fluid containment. At 2.4 meters long, it provides double the length of the standard SL-CS1 sock, allowing you to cover twice the distance with a single unit. This makes it the ideal choice for wide machinery footprints, long pipework runs, and large-scale industrial spill response, where standard socks require too many pieces to get the job done.

Featuring a tough yellow knitted polypropylene skin and a treated hydrophilic fill, it absorbs an impressive 15 liters of chemicals or water and 10.5 liters of oil. The SL-CS2 delivers maximum containment reach with minimal deployment effort when every second counts.

Key Features

Chemical & Water Absorption Capacity: 15 L/Kg
Oil Absorption Capacity: 10.5 L/Kg
Net Weight: 9 Kgs
Pack: Box of 10 Socks
Sock Size: 7.5cm × 2.4m
Color: Yellow
Material: Pure Polypropylene, yellow knitted outer skin with treated hydrophilic absorbent fill
Construction: Knitted outer skin, stitched at both ends, chemical reaction resistant
Type: Hydrophobic
Qty/Pallet: 18
Model: SL-CS2

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Code	SL-CS2
Description	Chemical Sock 7.5cm × 2.4m
Chemical & Water Absorbency	15 L/Kg
Oil Absorbency	10.5 L/Kg
Pack Quantity	10 Socks per Box
Net Weight	9 Kgs
Qty per Pallet	18
Color	Yellow
Size	7.5cm × 2.4m
Outer Construction	Yellow Knitted Polypropylene Skin
Fill	Treated Hydrophilic Absorbent
End Construction	Stitched both ends — chemical reaction resistant
Type	Hydrophobic
Category	Chemical Absorbents / Socks / Heavy Duty / Spill Containment / Industrial

Applications

Large Perimeter Spill Management

When dealing with a spreading chemical spill, speed is everything. The 2.4m length of the SL-CS2 allows your team to establish a complete containment barrier around large fluid footprints, wide machinery rows, and extended pipe runs much faster. By covering double the distance per sock, you reduce the time needed to lock down the area and protect your facility.

High-Volume Chemical and Oil Absorption

For significant leaks involving high volumes of liquid, this heavy-duty sock is the best choice. Because it absorbs substantially more fluid before reaching saturation, it cuts down on how often socks need to be replaced during a cleanup. This ultimately reduces the total number of saturated waste units your site generates, lowering your disposal costs.

Wide Chemical Compatibility

The treated hydrophilic fill safely handles a vast array of hazardous and non-hazardous liquids. It is fully compatible with acids, alkalis, acetate, chlorinated solvents, benzene, toluene, water, and oils. This wide spectrum performance makes it a versatile, single-product solution for complex chemical storage areas where mixed liquids might be present.

Fewer Socks, Faster Setup

The practical advantage of an extended length is operational efficiency. A single SL-CS2 does the work of two standard-length socks. This cuts your handling time in half during a high-pressure emergency deployment and creates fewer individual pieces to clean up and manage afterward.

Conforms to Large-Scale Layouts

The flexible knitted construction allows this long sock to curve seamlessly around large circular machine footprints, bend into tight L or U-shaped configurations, and navigate past floor obstacles. It provides a continuous, unbroken barrier over irregular floor surfaces where using multiple shorter socks might leave gaps.

Heavy-Duty Knitted Outer Skin

Built for demanding industrial environments, the bright yellow polypropylene skin gives the sock exceptional structural durability. It holds its shape perfectly even under a heavy liquid load, resists tearing during repositioning, and features a textured weave that grips wet concrete so it won’t float out of position.

Large-Scale Drain and Doorway Protection

Floor drains and wide doorway thresholds are major vulnerabilities during a spill event. The SL-CS2 can span broad doorways and large drainage channels in a single placement. This completely eliminates the overlapping join gaps between shorter socks, creating a seamless dam that blocks chemicals from escaping into the environment.

Stitched Ends for Heavy-Load Recovery

Both ends of the sock are securely stitched to keep the absorbent fill locked inside, even when completely saturated. This prevents the internal material from shifting or leaking out, ensuring even absorption performance across the entire 2.4-meter length and allowing for safe, controlled handling during final disposal.

Additional Information

Transport

These socks possess inert material properties and are not classified as hazardous goods. No specific transport regulations or shipping restrictions apply for logistics or internal facility movement.

Safety Advice

The product carries no inherent health risks when completely dry and uncontaminated. However, once the sock is saturated, it takes on the hazards of whatever liquid it has absorbed. Always consult the specific chemical’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to determine the necessary protective equipment (such as gloves, goggles, or suits) required for cleanup.

Storage Requirements

To keep the absorbency performance at its peak, store the boxes in a cool, dry place away from moisture, open heat sources, and direct sunlight. Keep the socks sealed in their original packaging until they are needed on the floor.

Disposal Instructions

Used, saturated socks must be handled and disposed of in full compliance with the laws governing the absorbed liquid. Never throw chemically contaminated socks into regular garbage bins. Follow your facility’s specific hazardous waste protocols and local environmental regulations.

Reviews

The 2.4m length is the key advantage of the SL-CS2 for our facility. We contain large chemical spill perimeters with half the number of socks compared to standard length alternatives — faster deployment, less handling, and fewer saturated units to dispose of. The absorption capacity handles our heaviest spill volumes without needing frequent sock replacement. Outstanding product.

Abdulla Al-Rashidi

We upgraded from the SL-CS1 to the SL-CS2 for our large reactor area where machinery bases are wide and spill perimeters are substantial. One SL-CS2 covers what previously required two shorter socks — the operational efficiency improvement is immediate and significant. The knitted construction is durable and the stitched ends hold perfectly under full saturation.

Deepa Varghese

The 15-litre absorption capacity per sock is impressive for the size and weight. We had a significant solvent release in our production area and the SL-CS2 socks contained the perimeter completely with just four units — the same containment would have required eight of our previous standard socks. Fast, effective, and cost-efficient spill response.

Hamad Al-Dosari

Wide chemical compatibility across acids, solvents, and oils makes the SL-CS2 our universal heavy-duty containment sock for mixed chemical environments. The yellow color keeps our chemical sock inventory clearly identified and the knitted outer skin maintains integrity even when repositioning fully saturated socks during extended spill response operations.

Ranjini Nair

Excellent heavy-duty chemical sock with impressive length and capacity. The extended 2.4m format covers our wide floor drain channels in a single placement with no join gaps — a critical advantage for preventing chemical liquid from reaching the drainage system. Would give five stars if a 3m option were available for our largest containment applications, but the SL-CS2 is the best standard-range chemical sock we have used.

Yousef Al-Kuwari