Abstract: A disposable container (1, 1?, 1?), in particular for the disposal of sharp medical waste is provided, comprising a first opening (13, 13?) sealingly closable by a cover element (2), characterized in that the container is manufactured by blow-moulding; the largest cross-sectional diagonal of the container in the distal half with respect to the first opening is larger than the smallest cross-sectional diagonal of the container in the proximal half with respect to the first opening; and the container comprises a second opening (15, 15?) arranged opposite to the first opening or in the distal area with respect to the first opening, the second opening being sealingly closable by a base element (11, 11?).