Lab powder-sampling lances obtain samples of powder or granules from bulk storage containers often used for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics. They push through the top layer of powder to obtain a sample from a cross section below the surface to ensure clean, random samples are obtained for testing. A set capacity on each lance ensures consistent sample sizes across tests. Lances are made of HDPE (high-density polyethylene), which has good to high chemical resistance and high resistance to acids, alkalis, alcohols, and esters.