Heavy-duty 55 gallon closed-head (tight-head) plastic drum built for storing and shipping liquids — syrups, oils, sanitizers, agricultural chemicals, and other bulk fluids. The sealed top with dual 2" bung openings provides an airtight package that protects contents in transit and long-term storage.
Molded from FDA-compliant, BPA-free high-density polyethylene (HDPE) with a 2.2 mm wall, and UN rated 1H1/Y1.9/100 for regulated liquids up to 1.9 specific gravity. Fittings include one 2" fine/NPS threaded opening and one 2" coarse/buttress threaded opening with EPDM rubber gasketed caps.
Key Advantages
- Sealed tight-head design keeps liquids secure and airtight in storage and transit
- UN rated 1H1/Y1.9/100 for regulated liquid shipping (up to 1.9 specific gravity)
- Dual 2" bung openings — one fine/NPS thread, one coarse/buttress thread — fit standard drum pumps and faucets
- FDA-compliant, BPA-free HDPE resin safe for food-contact liquids
- 2.2 mm wall thickness for reliable stacking, handling, and reuse
- Molded orientation arrows and recyclable #2 HDPE construction
Product Details
Manufactured from FDA-compliant high-density polyethylene (HDPE) for food, beverage, agricultural, and industrial liquid handling.
- Capacity: 55 gallons (208 L)
- Outside: 34 1/4" H x 23 1/4" diameter
- Wall thickness: 2.2 mm HDPE (#2 resin, recyclable)
- Openings: (1) 2" fine/NPS threading + (1) 2" coarse/buttress threading · caps are non-vented and airtight
- Cap gaskets: EPDM rubber
- UN rating: 1H1/Y1.9/100 (liquids)
- Temperature range: 0°F to 120°F
- Color: Blue · unit weight: 24 lbs
- Compatible with standard drum plug openers and drum faucets
- Clean before first use · not rated for fuel storage or long-term potable water
- Ships via LTL motor freight
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