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Find the right 55-gallon drum

Compare the most common 55-gallon drum types to find the best fit for your product, process, and performance needs.

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Steel Drums

Best for general purpose liquids

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Stainless Steel Drums

Best for general purpose liquids

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Fiber Drums

Best for general purpose liquids

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HDPE Plastic Drums

Best for general purpose liquids

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Natural HDPE Drums

Best for general purpose liquids

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Black HDPE Drums

Best for general purpose liquids

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Open-Head Plastic Drums

Best for general purpose liquids

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Pick what you're packaging and we'll point you to the right 55-gallon drum, with the features that matter for your use.

FOOD & INGREDIENTS

Food-grade packaging engineered for food, beverage, and ingredient applications. Manufactured with food-safe materials that preserve product integrity, simplify sanitation, and support regulatory compliance.

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Key features

FDA food-contact compliant

BPA-free and odor-neutral materials

Open-head and tight-head configurations available

Smooth interior surfaces for easier cleaning

Suitable for liquids, powders, and dry ingredients

Available in multiple capacities and closure options

food-grade drums

FOOD & INGREDIENTS

Food-grade packaging engineered for food, beverage, and ingredient applications. Manufactured with food-safe materials that preserve product integrity, simplify sanitation, and support regulatory compliance.

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Key features

FDA food-contact compliant

BPA-free and odor-neutral materials

Open-head and tight-head configurations available

Smooth interior surfaces for easier cleaning

Suitable for liquids, powders, and dry ingredients

Available in multiple capacities and closure options

Helpful resources

More resources to help you choose the right 55-gallon drum

From material selection to compliance and compatibility, our resources are designed to help you make informed decisions with confidence.

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CHEMICAL COMPATIBILTY CHART
Compare plastic, steel, stainless steel, and fiber drum options by performance and use case.
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SIZING & DIMENSIONS
Learn which style works best for liquids, powders, solids, and viscous materials.
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UN/ DOT HAZMAT RULES
Understand packaging requirements for regulated, chemical, and hazardous contents.
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UN/ DOT HAZMAT RULES
Understand packaging requirements for regulated, chemical, and hazardous contents.
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UN/ DOT HAZMAT RULES
Understand packaging requirements for regulated, chemical, and hazardous contents.
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