Buy Used Plastic Drums in Monticello, AR

36 listings · Available Listings near Monticello, AR

Don't see the size, grade or amount you need?

Tell us what you need and we'll quote it delivered.

Ask for a quote

36 Plastic Drums listings within 500 miles of Monticello, AR. Prices range from $6.49 to $32.43 per unit.

Plastic Drums Prices in Arkansas

What buyers pay by condition

ConditionAvg. Price
New$17.41
Reconditioned$14.53
Used$13.37
Damaged (Salvage)$5.05

Plastic Drums price index for Arkansas

About Monticello

Monticello Supplier & Recycler of Used Plastic Drums

Find Used Plastic Drums in Monticello, AR - Save Money on Storage Solutions

What you'll get from this guide: Clear options for buying affordable used plastic drums locally and nationwide, with specific prices and steps to get started today.

Why Buy Used Plastic Drums?

Used drums cost 50-70% less than new ones. You get the same storage capacity for water, chemicals, or bulk materials at a fraction of the price.

Your Best Local Option

RePackify - Monticello Location

  • Product: Used 50-gallon HDPE plastic drums with taps

  • Available: 100 drums in stock

  • What to do: Visit their website and request a quote online

  • Note: Shipping costs not included - ask for total price with delivery

More Options That Ship to Monticello

Budget Choice

  • Product: 55-gallon used plastic drums (non-hazardous previous contents)

  • Price: Around $15 per drum

  • Minimum order: Just 1 drum

  • Condition: Sold "as is" - inspect before use

  • Add shipping costs to your total

Mid-Range Option

  • Product: Reconditioned 30-gallon and 55-gallon plastic drums

  • Prices: 30-gallon drums: $35 each, 55-gallon drums: $50 each

  • Minimum order: 8 drums

  • Benefits: UN-rated and professionally cleaned

  • Not suitable for: Food or drinking water

Specialty Option (International)

  • Product: UN-certified HDPE 120-liter drums (about 32 gallons)

  • Price: Request quote

  • Minimum order: 5 drums per pallet

  • Benefits: Certified for dangerous goods transport

  • Note: International shipping from Italy - factor in longer delivery time

Simple Steps to Get Your Drums

Step 1: Start Local

Contact RePackify first. They're in Monticello, so you can:

  • Pick up drums yourself (save on shipping)

  • Inspect drums before buying

  • Get immediate availability

Step 2: Compare Prices

If you need many drums or want certified containers:

  • Get quotes from multiple suppliers

  • Include shipping in your cost comparison

  • Ask about bulk discounts

Step 3: Check Drum Quality

Before using any used drum:

  • Rinse three times with clean water

  • Check for cracks or leaks

  • Smell inside for chemical odors

  • Ask what was stored previously

Example Cost Comparison

For 10 drums in Monticello:

  • RePackify: Get quote (likely $20-30 per drum plus local delivery)

  • Budget option: $15 per drum + $200-300 shipping = $350-450 total

  • Mid-range option: Need minimum 8 drums, so close to your quantity

Best choice for most people: Start with RePackify for local pickup and immediate availability.

What to Ask When You Call

"What was stored in these drums before?"

"Can I inspect the drums before buying?"

"What's your total price including delivery to Monticello?"

"Do you have any drums with existing taps or fittings?"

Quick Decision Guide

Choose RePackify if:

  • You want local pickup

  • You need drums quickly

  • You prefer to inspect before buying

Choose nationwide shipping if:

  • You need certified drums for hazardous materials

  • You want the lowest possible price

  • You're buying in bulk (20+ drums)

Start with RePackify's quote - it's your fastest path to getting drums in Monticello today.

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.