Plastic Drums
Lightweight, corrosion-resistant containers for demanding applications
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Overview
Plastic drums made from High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) offer an excellent combination of chemical resistance, durability, and light weight. These versatile containers are the preferred choice for many chemical, food, pharmaceutical, and personal care applications.
Unlike steel drums, plastic drums are completely rust-free and resistant to many corrosive chemicals. Their lighter weight reduces shipping costs and makes handling easier and safer for workers. FDA-compliant options are available for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications.
IND Drums USA offers plastic drums in various sizes, head types, and conditions. Whether you need new drums for sensitive applications or reconditioned containers for general use, we have solutions to meet your needs.
Specifications
| Material | High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Capacities | 5, 15, 30, 55 gallons |
| Head Types | Open-head, Tight-head |
| Closure Types | Screw cap, Lever lock ring, Threaded plugs |
| Colors | Blue, White, Black, Natural |
| Certifications | UN/DOT 1H1/Y, 1H2/Y, FDA food-grade |
Why Choose Plastic Drums?
Key advantages of HDPE plastic drums
Corrosion Resistant
HDPE plastic is naturally resistant to rust and corrosion, making plastic drums ideal for chemicals and corrosive materials that would damage steel containers.
Lightweight
Plastic drums weigh significantly less than steel drums of equal capacity, reducing shipping costs and making handling easier and safer for workers.
Chemical Resistant
HDPE offers excellent resistance to many acids, alkalis, and solvents. It won't react with most industrial chemicals, maintaining product purity.
FDA Compliant
Many plastic drums are FDA approved for food contact, making them ideal for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care applications.
UV Stabilized
Most plastic drums are UV stabilized for outdoor storage, preventing degradation from sunlight exposure over time.
Easy to Clean
The smooth, non-porous surface of HDPE drums is easy to clean and sanitize, important for food and pharmaceutical applications.
Head Type Options
Choose the right configuration for your application
Open-Head Plastic Drums
Feature a completely removable lid secured by a lever lock ring. The full opening allows easy filling, emptying, and cleaning.
Thick products, powders, products requiring full access, or when drums need to be cleaned and reused
- Complete top access
- Lever lock ring closure
- Gasket-sealed lid
- Easy to clean
- 5-55 gallon sizes
Tight-Head Plastic Drums
Have a molded top with two threaded bung openings. Designed for liquids where minimal air exposure is desired.
Free-flowing liquids, chemicals, oils, and products requiring pump dispensing
- Two NPS bung openings (2" & 3/4")
- Minimizes air exposure
- Ideal for pump systems
- Lower cost than open-head
- 15-55 gallon sizes
Color Options
Choose the right color for your application needs
Blue
The most common color for industrial applications. Blue helps distinguish containers and is easy to label.
General industrial, chemicals, most commercial uses
White
Preferred for food and pharmaceutical applications. White makes it easier to see product levels and detect contamination.
Food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, clean products
Black
UV protection built-in. Black drums block light, protecting light-sensitive products from degradation.
Light-sensitive chemicals, outdoor storage
Natural
Translucent HDPE allows visual inspection of contents without opening. Useful for inventory management.
Level monitoring, transparent products
Common Applications
Plastic drums serve a wide range of industries
Chemical Storage
Acids, alkalis, solvents, and corrosive chemicals
Food & Beverage
Syrups, concentrates, food-grade liquids, and ingredients
Pharmaceuticals
Active ingredients, intermediates, and medical-grade products
Water & Beverages
Potable water, juices, and beverage concentrates
Cleaning Products
Detergents, sanitizers, and industrial cleaners
Agriculture
Liquid fertilizers, pesticides, and crop protection chemicals
Personal Care
Soaps, shampoos, lotions, and cosmetic ingredients
Lab & Research
Laboratory chemicals and research materials
Available Conditions
Options to fit every budget and requirement
New
Brand new drums, never used, direct from manufacturers
All sizes and colors
Reconditioned
Cleaned, inspected, and tested to meet quality standards
30 and 55 gallon
Used
Previously used drums suitable for non-critical applications
Limited availability
Need Plastic Drums?
Contact us for a quote on plastic drums in any size, color, or configuration.