Absorbent Pads

Oil Absorbent Pads

Oil-only and universal absorbent pads for drips, wipe-downs and spill cleanup, sold 100 to a bale.

Grey Green Spill Kits absorbent pads shown with absorbent socks, a spill kit pail and gloves

Oil absorbent pads are the everyday tool for wiping up drips, catching leaks under equipment and cleaning up inside a contained spill. Our 15"×18" pads come in oil-only and universal versions, and they're the same pads we pack in Green Spill Kits spill kits.

  • 15"×18" pads, 100 per bale
  • Oil-only pads absorb oil and fuel and repel water
  • Universal pads absorb oil, coolant and water-based fluids
  • The same pads packed in our spill kits
  • No minimum on standard SKUs
Specifications

Oil Absorbent Pad Specifications

Sizes, types and pack counts for our standard absorbent pads.

Absorbent pads

TypeSizePack countAbsorbencyPer skid
Oil-only15" × 18"100 per baleAsk for test dataOn request
Universal15" × 18"100 per baleAsk for test dataOn request

Absorbency test data and pallet quantities for pads are available on request.

Full specs, test results and pack counts are in the Green Spill Kits product sheet (PDF). Samples, SDS and technical test reports are available on request.

How oil absorbent pads are used

  • Drips and leaks: place pads under equipment, valves and fittings to catch slow leaks.
  • Spill cleanup: lay pads on a spill inside a sock or boom perimeter to soak it up.
  • Wipe-downs: clean oily tools, parts and surfaces during maintenance.
  • Spills on water: oil-only pads float and absorb oil and sheen without taking on water.

Oil-only or universal pads?

Choose oil-only pads for oil, fuel and hydraulic fluid, especially outdoors or on water, since they repel water. Choose universal pads for mixed fluids like oil, coolant and water-based liquids in shops and plants. Many sites stock both.

For a complete response, pair pads with absorbent socks to contain the spill and oil absorbent pillows for pooled liquid.

Why Green Spill Kits

Absorbent pads from an Ontario manufacturer

100% recovered polypropylene

Sorbent fill is 100% recovered polypropylene by dry weight, an EPA-designated recovered-content item.

Lot-checked fill and absorbency

Dimensions, fill weight and absorbency are checked by lot, so every case performs like the last.

Bilingual EN/FR labels

English and French labels, with SDS and disposal guidance available for every product.

No minimum order

Order a single case or a full truckload. There's no minimum on standard SKUs.

24-hour incident shipping

Reserved surge capacity means incident orders have shipped on 24 hours' notice.

Made in Ontario, Canadian-first

Manufactured in Campbellford, Ontario, supporting Buy Ontario, Buy Canadian and ESG purchasing criteria.

FAQ

Oil Absorbent Pad Questions

What are oil absorbent pads?

Oil absorbent pads are flat sheets of sorbent that soak up oil and fuel. They're used to catch drips, wipe down equipment and clean up spills.

What size are your absorbent pads, and how many come in a bale?

Our pads are 15"×18" and ship 100 per bale, in oil-only and universal versions.

What's the difference between oil-only and universal pads?

Oil-only pads absorb oil and fuel and repel water. Universal pads absorb oil, coolant and water-based fluids. Use oil-only outdoors or on water, and universal for mixed fluids indoors.

Do oil-only pads float on water?

Yes. Oil-only pads repel water, so they float and absorb oil and sheen from the surface without filling up with water.

How much do your absorbent pads absorb?

Absorbency depends on the pad type and the liquid. Ask us for test data for the pad you're considering.

When should I use pads instead of socks or pillows?

Use pads for flat surfaces, wipe-downs and the inside of a contained spill. Use socks to surround a spill and pillows for pooled liquid, sumps and spots under equipment.

Are these the same pads that come in your spill kits?

Yes. Our standard spill kit includes five universal and five oil-only 15"×18" pads, so you can restock kits from the same bales.

How do I dispose of used absorbent pads?

Used pads take on the hazards of what they absorbed. Bag them and dispose of them according to local regulations. SDS and disposal guidance are available on request.

Is there a minimum order for absorbent pads?

No. There's no minimum on standard SKUs, from a single bale to a full truckload, and incident orders have shipped on 24 hours' notice.

Get a quote on oil absorbent pads

Samples, SDS, technical test reports and pallet or truckload quotations are available on request. No minimum on standard SKUs.

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