Microbial activity in clay barrier materials during radioactive waste disposal can lead to a violation of important physicochemical properties of the barrier system as a whole. thereby reducing the safety of the storage facility. This work evaluates the activity of the microbial complex of five bentonite and two kaolin clays. All clay materials were found to contain microorganisms. https://www.globalspecialtyfoods.com/product-category/stash-container/