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15 Plastic Drums listings within 500 miles of Inglewood, CA. Additional nationwide listings follow the nearby results. Prices range from $1.20 to $24.00 per unit.

About Inglewood

Inglewood Supplier & Recycler of Used Plastic Drums

Save Money on Storage: Where to Buy Used Plastic Drums in Inglewood

What you'll get from this guide: Find affordable used plastic drums in Inglewood, save up to 70% compared to new drums, and help the environment by reusing containers.

Why Choose Used Plastic Drums?

Used plastic drums offer three main benefits:

  • Cost savings: Pay $15-50 instead of $80-150 for new drums

  • Environmental impact: Reduce plastic waste by reusing containers

  • Immediate availability: No waiting for manufacturing or shipping delays

Your Best Local Option: RePackify

RePackify offers the most affordable solution in Inglewood:

  • Price: $15 per drum

  • Product: 55-gallon wide-mouth plastic drums

  • Location: Inglewood, CA 90301

  • Minimum order: Just 1 drum

  • How to order: Request a quote through their website

Other Options in the Area

If you need more drums or different specifications, consider these alternatives:

Regional Suppliers:

  • Various Los Angeles area companies offer reconditioned drums

  • Prices typically range from $35-50 per drum

  • Minimum orders often required (8+ drums)

  • UN-rated options available for hazardous materials

Nationwide Suppliers:

  • Ship to Southern California

  • Offer 15, 30, and 55-gallon options

  • Both tight-head (closed) and open-head (removable lid) available

  • FDA-approved food-grade drums available

What to Look For

Drum Types:

  • Open-head drums: Have removable lids, easier to clean and fill

  • Tight-head drums: Sealed tops with small openings, better for liquids

Safety Ratings:

  • UN-rated: Required for hazardous materials transport

  • Food-grade: Necessary if storing food or drinking water

  • Standard: Fine for non-food items like tools, parts, or dry goods

Condition Checks:

  • Look for cracks or damage

  • Check that lids seal properly

  • Verify drums have been properly cleaned

  • Ask about reconditioning process (steam-cleaning, leak testing)

How to Order

For small quantities (1-5 drums):

Contact RePackify through their website

Specify pickup location in Inglewood

Arrange pickup time

For larger quantities:

Call multiple suppliers for quotes

Compare prices including shipping costs

Ask about volume discounts

Verify delivery options

Common Uses for Used Drums

These drums work well for:

  • Rainwater collection

  • Tool and equipment storage

  • Bulk dry goods storage

  • Compost containers

  • Emergency water storage (food-grade only)

Money-Saving Tips

Save on shipping:

  • Pick up locally when possible

  • Combine orders with neighbors or other businesses

  • Choose suppliers within driving distance

Get the best price:

  • Buy in bulk when practical

  • Ask about quantity discounts

  • Compare total costs including shipping

Avoid extra costs:

  • Don't pay for ratings you don't need

  • Skip food-grade if storing non-food items

  • Consider both new and used options

Final Recommendation

For most people in Inglewood, RePackify offers the best value at $15 per drum with local pickup. This saves you money on both the product and shipping costs. If you need special ratings or large quantities, get quotes from multiple suppliers to find the best deal.

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.