Thermo Scientific PCR Plastics, Sustain Series

Reducing environmental impacts without sacrificing performance or quality

Introducing the Thermo Scientific PCR Plastics, Sustain Series, bringing together precision, reliability, and sustainability. These PCR plastics go beyond providing accurate and reproducible PCR data. They represent our commitment to integrating more sustainable practices into our manufacturing processes, without compromising on product quality or performance. Our commitment to developing products with the environment in mind helps us to reduce the collective carbon footprint of the life sciences.

PCR plastics, Sustain Series signify a breakthrough in our PCR and quantitative PCR (qPCR) product offering. These new PCR consumables are manufactured under ISO 9001 guidelines within a Class 100,000 cleanroom from a biobased medical-grade virgin polypropylene that is chemically and molecularly identical to existing Thermo Scientific PCR plastics. These products are supported by certification from the globally recognized International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) system. This greener approach is equivalent to 1.96x* lower CO2 equivalent emissions per kg of biobased polypropylene resin compared to traditional fossil fuel-based polypropylene resin.

By choosing the Sustain Series PCR plastics, researchers can get accurate, reproducible results while contributing to a greener future and demonstrating a commitment to responsible sourcing of laboratory plastics.

Comparison of CO2e emissions between Sustain Series PCR biobased and fossil fuel-based resins

Description Thermo Scientific PCR Plastics Cat. No. Fossil fuel-based resin emissions (kg CO₂e)** Thermo Scientific PCR plastics, Sustain Series Cat. No. Biobased resin emissions (kg CO₂e)** Resin emissions difference (kg CO₂e)
PCR Plates
96-Well PCR Plate, Non-Skirted AB0600 1.01 AB0600SS -0.97 -1.99
96-Well PCR Plate, Low Profile, Non-Skirt AB0700 0.91 AB0700SS -0.87 -1.78
96-Well PCR Plate, Low Profile, Full Skirted AB0800 1.28 AB0800SS -1.23 -2.51
96-Well PCR Plate, Segmented, Semi-Skirted AB0900 1.19 AB0900SS -1.14 -2.33
96-Well PCR Plate, Semi-Skirted, Flat Deck AB1400 1.13 AB1400SS -1.09 -2.22
384-Well PCR Plate, Full Skirted AB1384 2.62 AB1384SS -2.51 -5.13
PCR Strip Tubes and Cap (Packaged Together)
Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Domed Caps AB0772 0.47 AB0772SS -0.45 -0.91
Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Domed Caps AB0775 0.97 AB0775SS -0.93 -1.90
Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Flat Caps AB0773 0.47 AB0773SS -0.45 -0.91
Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Flat Caps AB0776 0.97 AB0776SS -0.93 -1.90
Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Ultra Clear Caps AB1770 0.97 AB1770SS -0.93 -1.90
8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Domed Caps AB0451 0.78 AB0451SS -0.74 -1.52
8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Domed Caps AB0266 1.62 AB0266SS -1.55 -3.17
8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Flat Caps AB1182 1.62 AB1182SS -1.55 -3.17
8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Ultra Clear Caps for qPCR AB1183 0.78 AB1183SS -0.74 -1.52
PCR Strip Tubes and Cap (Packaged Separately)
Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes AB0771 0.31 AB0771SS -0.29 -0.60
8-Strip PCR Tubes AB0452 0.62 AB0452SS -0.59 -1.21
8-Strip PCR Tubes AB0264 1.28 AB0264SS -1.23 -2.52
8-Strip Domed Caps AB0386 0.16 AB0386SS -0.15 -0.31
8-Strip Domed Caps AB0265 0.33 AB0265SS -0.32 -0.65
8-Strip Flat Caps AB0783 0.16 AB0783SS -0.15 -0.31
8-Strip Flat Caps AB0784 0.33 AB0784SS -0.32 -0.65
8-Strip Ultra Clear Caps for qPCR AB0866 0.16 AB0866SS -0.15 -0.31
PCR Strip Tubes with Attached Caps
8-Strip PCR Tubes with Attached Flat Caps AB2000 2.22 AB2000SS -2.13 -4.36
8-Strip PCR Tubes with Attached Ultra Clear Caps AB2005 2.22 AB2005SS -2.13 -4.36

PCR Plates

Catalog # Name Size Price (INR)
AB0600SS PCR Plate, 96-well, non-skirted, Sustain™ Series Each
4,480.00 Online offer Ends: 30-Sep-2026 6,400.00 Save 1,920.00 (30%)
AB0700SS PCR Plate, 96-well, low profile, non-skirted, Sustain™ Series Each
21,310.00
AB0800SS PCR Plate, 96-well, low profile, skirted, Sustain™ Series Each
10,076.00
AB0900SS PCR Plate, 96-well, segmented, semi-skirted, Sustain™ Series Each
11,542.00 Online offer Ends: 30-Sep-2026 16,488.00 Save 4,946.00 (30%)
AB1400SS PCR Plate, 96-well, semi-skirted, flat deck, Sustain™ Series Each
8,752.00
AB1384SS PCR Plate, 384-well, standard, Sustain™ Series Each
35,081.00

PCR Strip Tubes and Cap (packaged together)

PCR Strip Tubes and Cap (packaged separately)

PCR Strip Tubes with Attached Caps

Catalog # Name Size Price (INR)
AB2000SS EasyStrip™ Plus Tube Strip with Attached Flat Caps, Sustain™ Series Each
10,654.00 Online offer Ends: 30-Sep-2026 15,220.00 Save 4,566.00 (30%)
AB2005SS EasyStrip™ Plus Tube Strip with Attached Ultra Clear Caps, Sustain™ Series Each
30,857.00 Online offer Ends: 30-Sep-2026 44,081.00 Save 13,224.00 (30%)

features

Key Benefits Thermo Scientific PCR Plastics, Sustain Series

1.96x lower CO2e emissions per kg of biobased polypropylene resin compared to equivalent products manufactured from traditional fossil-fuel based polypropylene resin**

Uniform, ultra-thin walls enable maximum and consistent heat transfer for equally high performance of every sample

Wells are visually inspected and electrostatically tested for defects and contaminants, and every lot is run through a PCR cycling test to evaluate sealing

Manufactured from second generation bio-circular feedstocks that are chemically and molecularly identical to our existing Thermo Scientific PCR plastics

Products are mass balance chain-of-custody certified by the globally recognized International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) system

Certified DNase-, RNase-, Human DNA-, and PCR inhibitor-free to help ensure the accuracy and reproducibility of PCR results

Compatible with Applied Biosystems thermal cyclers and a wide range of other popular instruments

Choose from a variety of formats to help meet your specific PCR or qPCR needs, including 96-well plates, 384-well plates, and strip tubes with attached or separate caps

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Common technical and purchasing questions can be answered directly on the product page, reducing unnecessary navigation.

What are biobased plastics?

Biobased plastics are fully or partly made from biological raw materials, as opposed to the petroleum or fossil fuel used in conventional plastics.

Biobased plastic products from Thermo Fisher Scientific are indistinguishable from traditional fossil fuel–based plastics and have a lower carbon footprint without sacrificing performance. Additionally, there is no need for revalidation or retesting, as the product is chemically and molecularly identical to the existing fossil fuel–based version.

Incorporation of biobased and fossil fuel-based resins occurs at the monomer level, which helps ensure that the properties and characteristics of the biobased plastics remain consistent with traditional fossil fuel-based plastics. Plastics with biobased content by mass balance help reduce reliance on fossil fuel-based resources while maintaining desired performance.

Bio-circular feedstocks, a feedstock category defined by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) certification system, refer to materials that are considered waste or processing residue at the beginning of the supply chain that are not landfilled or energetically used, but instead reused, further used, or recycled in a loop without dropping out of the economy. These feedstocks can be used to make biobased plastics without sacrificing performance and have a lower environmental footprint compared to virgin fossil fuel–based feedstocks.

The ISCC is an independent initiative and globally recognized certification system supporting more sustainable, traceable, and deforestation-free supply chains. It sets standards and provides certification for various sectors, including agriculture, food, feed, chemicals, and biofuels. The ISCC aims to promote more sustainable production and trade while addressing environmental and social aspects.

ISCC PLUS certification is one of the certification schemes under the ISCC certification system. One focus area under this scheme is on sustainability and traceability aspects of biomass-based products, such as biofuels, bioplastics, and biochemicals. ISCC PLUS certification verifies chain of custody, traceability throughout the supply chain, and compliance with sustainability criteria through independent third-party certification. It helps provide assurance to customers and stakeholders that the certified products meet strict sustainability requirements.