Abstract: A syringe container (10) which holds both sterile and soiled syringes. The sterile and soiled syringes are separated by a dividing plate (19) which is hinged to a frame (16). The frame (16) defines a rectangular aperture (17) over an open end (17) of the container (10). The soiled syringes are pushed through the aperture (17) into a retaining area (21). The aperture (17) is provided with two lugs (18) which prevent the soiled syringes from being removed from the retaining area (21). The sterile syringes are contained in an area (22) which is accessible through open end (12). The container (10) is provided with a hinged lid (13) which snap fits over the open end (12).