Food Grade Drums

Food grade drums are suitable for food contact in accordance with FDA standards for food containers. They are made out of material types that are non-toxic and are free of substances that can harmfully migrate to the food they store. At Cary, our food grade plastic drums are made out of HDPE, HMWPE, or LLDPE, but we also offer steel and carbon steel options.

Yes, food-grade plastic drums and food-grade barrels intended for food applications are safe for long-term food storage as they are made out of materials that do not leach into the food products they contain.

The Cary Company offers both open head and tight head 55 gallon food-grade drums. Open head drums have removable lids which can be screwed on to the drum or affixed with a lever lock ring or bolt ring, depending on the model. Meanwhile, tight head drums have a fixed lid connected to the drum’s body. Both styles can have various fittings on the drum’s head, making it easy to connect spouts, pumps, and alike.

Within these two drum types, we carry various shapes– taper-sided, straight-sided, and squared. A drum’s shape can affect how its storage and transportation space is optimized. Taper-sided drums are also nestable when empty, meaning they can stack inside one another.

Our 55 gallon food-grade drum selection also includes lab pack and overpack styles. These drum styles are intended for containing damaged or leaking materials.

We also boast a wide array of colors, which allows for color coded packaging and limits cross contamination. Find your ideal 55 gallon food-grade drum when browsing our selection of various drum types, styles, shapes, and colors!

Extensive Selection: We have a wide selection of food grade drums and food grade barrels to ensure you will find the perfect product for your business. 

Quality Assurance: Safety and reliability are top priorities for us. We ensure that our products and services meet strict quality standards. This includes initiating conversations about food-safe containers, such as food grade plastic drums and food grade plastic barrels.

Competitive Pricing:  Enjoy the savings of wholesale and bulk prices on food grade barrels. Shop food grade drums for sale when you join our email list– be the first to know about deals and discounts!

Expert Support: Our knowledgeable customer service team is always ready to assist you in choosing the right food grade drums and answering any questions you may have. Call us now at 630.629.6600!