Buy Used Metal Drums in South Carolina
Available Listings in South Carolina
3 Metal Drums listings in South Carolina.
Metal Drums Prices in South Carolina
Condition-level pricing for metal drums in South Carolina will appear here when current market data is available.
| Condition | Avg. Price | Available Qty | Listings |
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| Current market data | Pending | Pending | Pending |
Use the full price index for broader market pricing while this condition breakdown updates. View full price index
About South Carolina
#1 Supplier of Used Metal Drums Across The State of South Carolina
We are proud to serve South Carolina as a leading supplier and recycler of used metal drums. Our services include bulk quantity discounts, quick local delivery options, custom specifications, and one-on-one customer service. Contact us today for more information.
South Carolina currently has 3 metal drums listings available across 3 cities. Statewide prices range from $9.60 to $11.70 per unit, with an average of $10.30. Browse by city below to find suppliers nearest to your facility.
Understanding Metal Drums
Steel drums for industrial liquid and solid storage
Major Markets in South Carolina
The most active markets for metal drums in South Carolina include Orangeburg, Spartanburg, Swansea, Simpsonville, Williston. These metropolitan areas have the highest concentration of suppliers and recyclers, offering competitive pricing and faster delivery times. Suppliers in these hubs often serve surrounding communities as well, extending coverage across the state.
Statewide Logistics
Our South Carolina supplier network offers flexible fulfillment options for metal drums, including full truckload freight, LTL shipments, and local pickup. Whether you need a single pallet or recurring bulk deliveries, our marketplace connects you directly with suppliers whose listings or quotes fit your location and requirements.
Sustainable Packaging
Buying reclaimed metal drums supports the circular economy by keeping reusable industrial packaging out of landfills. Each unit reused reduces the demand for virgin materials and lowers the carbon footprint of your supply chain. Repackify makes it easy to source sustainable packaging at competitive prices while contributing to responsible waste management practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are standard 55-gallon drum dimensions?
A closed-head 55-gallon steel drum is 22.5" in diameter and 33.5" tall and weighs 38 to 48 lbs empty; the open-head version is about 34.75" tall because of the bolt ring and weighs 45 to 55 lbs. A 30-gallon drum is 19" x 28.5" (22 to 30 lbs) and a 16-gallon drum 15" x 26.5" (15 to 20 lbs). The 85-gallon overpack, 27" x 39", is for containing a damaged drum.
What is the difference between open-head and tight-head drums?
A tight-head drum has a sealed top with 2" and 3/4" bungs and is for liquids. An open-head drum has a removable lid held by a bolt ring or lever lock and is for solids, pastes, and anything you scoop out. Lined drums add an epoxy or phenolic interior for corrosive or food-grade contents.
What is a reconditioned drum?
A reconditioned drum has been professionally cleaned, tested, and certified for reuse, and is the grade to buy when the drum will hold product again, provided the new contents are compatible with what it held before and any hazmat use has a valid UN marking from a DOT-certified reconditioner. Used drums are sold as-is, with prior contents disclosed when the seller knows them, and suit non-critical storage. Damaged drums are sold for scrap value only; grade says nothing about head type, so check the 33.5" closed-head or 34.75" open-head height separately.
Can a used steel drum hold food or drinking water?
Only a lined, reconditioned drum that was previously food-grade and that the reconditioner certifies for food or potable use; the grade alone is not enough. An unlined drum that held oil, solvents, or chemicals cannot be made food-safe by cleaning. Listings state the last contents when the seller knows them, so filter by prior contents before buying a 55-gallon drum for potable use.
How many drums fit on a truck?
Empty 55-gallon drums: a 53-foot dry van carries 104 single-tier on 26 drum pallets of 4, 208 double-stacked, or 200 or more loose and tight-packed. Filled with water, weight governs: about 84 drums on 21 pallets reach the 45,000-lb payload. An 85-gallon overpack is 27" across, so only 2 fit on a 48" drum pallet.