Buy Used Plastic Drums in California
Available Listings in California
4 Plastic Drums listings in California.
Plastic Drums Prices in California
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About California
#1 Supplier of Used Plastic Drums Across The State of California
Services Provided:
Drop Trailer Services
Drum Removal and Disposal Services
Custom Drum Sizing and Fittings
Types of Plastic Drums Offered:
Open Head Drums: Removable lid, ideal for easy access and use with solids or thicker liquids.
Tight Head Drums: Sealed top with bung openings, suitable for low-viscosity liquids.
Reconditioned Drums: Used drums that have been cleaned and reconditioned for reuse.
Food-Grade Drums: Made from FDA-approved materials, perfect for food and beverage storage.
UN-Rated Drums: Certified for shipping hazardous materials.
Common Uses for Plastic Drums:
Chemical and Hazardous Waste Storage
Food and Beverage Storage
Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Products
Agricultural Chemicals and Fertilizers
Industrial and Manufacturing Applications
Available Drum Sizes:
Standard Sizes:
5-gallon, 10-gallon, 20-gallon
30-gallon, 35-gallon, 55-gallon
65-gallon, 85-gallon, 95-gallon
Delivery Options:
Full Truckload (FTL): For large quantities requiring a full truck.
Less Than Truckload (LTL): For smaller orders that do not fill an entire truck.
Transport via Dry Vans, Flatbeds, and Box Trucks to accommodate different shipping needs.
Service Area Coverage:
Los Angeles: 90001
San Francisco: 94102
San Diego: 92101
Sacramento: 95814
Fresno: 93701
San Jose: 95112
Oakland: 94601
Pricing Information:
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Get a Custom Quote:
Looking for specific drum sizes or custom options? Request a Custom Quote to get the best pricing and solutions for your needs.
Dock Hours:
Our dock is open Monday to Friday, from 6 am to 4 pm (PST). Please schedule your visit in advance to ensure efficient handling of your order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are standard plastic drum dimensions?
A 55-gallon HDPE drum is about 23.3" in diameter and 34.75" tall, slightly larger than the 22.5" x 33.5" steel drum, and weighs 20 to 28 lbs empty, roughly half a steel drum. A 30-gallon drum is 19" x 29" (13 to 16 lbs) and a 15-gallon drum 15" x 26" (8 to 10 lbs).
Are plastic drums chemical resistant?
HDPE resists most acids, bases, and salts and does not rust, which is why it is preferred over steel for corrosive liquids. It is not suitable for strong solvents or contents held continuously above about 120°F, where steel is the right drum, and tight-head HDPE drums are UV-stabilized for outdoor storage.
What is the difference between reconditioned and used plastic drums?
A reconditioned drum has been cleaned and inspected and can hold product again when the new contents are compatible with the prior fill; hazmat use still needs a valid UN marking from a DOT-certified reconditioner. A used drum is sold as-is, with prior contents disclosed when the seller knows them, and suits compatible reuse or feedstock for a reconditioner. Damaged drums go to HDPE recycling; grade says nothing about head type, so check the 2" bung tight-head or bolt-ring open-head separately.
Can a used plastic drum hold drinking water?
Only if it was food-grade to begin with, has been reconditioned, and carries the reconditioner's potable-water certification; a food-contact certificate alone does not approve drinking water. HDPE absorbs a fraction of what it holds, so a drum that held chemicals should not be reused for food or water regardless of cleaning; look for a 55-gallon drum whose listed prior contents were food or beverage.
How many plastic drums fit on a truck?
The same floor layout as steel: 104 empty drums single-tier on 26 drum pallets, 208 double-stacked, 200 or more loose. Filled with water a plastic drum is about 480 lbs, so roughly 90 reach the 45,000-lb payload, a few more than steel.