Buy Used Plastic Drums in Memphis, TN

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47 Plastic Drums listings within 500 miles of Memphis, TN. Prices range from $6.00 to $30.00 per unit.

Plastic Drums Prices in Tennessee

What buyers pay by condition

ConditionAvg. PriceAvailable Qty
New$15.861
Reconditioned$13.510
Used$13.052
Damaged (Salvage)$5.000

Prices reflect current market averages for plastic drums in Tennessee, with 3 units available across all conditions. View full price index

About Memphis

Memphis Supplier & Recycler of Used Plastic Drums

Save Money on Storage: Buy Used Plastic Drums in Memphis

What you'll get: Quality 55-60 gallon plastic drums for under $20 each, helping you store bulk items while saving money and protecting the environment.

Why Choose Used Plastic Drums?

You'll get these benefits:

  • Save 50-80% compared to new drums

  • Help the environment by reusing materials

  • Get the same storage capacity as expensive new containers

  • Find local suppliers with quick pickup options

What's Available in Memphis

RePackify offers the best local option:

  • 60 gallon closed-top HDPE drums

  • $9 each drum

  • 236 drums currently in stock

  • Located at Memphis, TN 38106

  • Call for freight quotes

Other local sources:

  • Private sellers often have 55-gallon barrels for $15-20

  • Some offer 2-for-1 deals on clean drums

  • Check local industrial areas for drum suppliers

Types of Drums to Consider

Two main styles:

  • Open-head drums: Have removable lids, good for storing solid materials

  • Closed-head drums: Have fixed tops with small openings, better for liquids

Two quality levels:

  • Food-grade: Safe for storing anything you might eat or drink

  • Industrial-grade: Good for chemicals, oils, and non-food items

How to Buy Smart

Start simple:

Decide how many drums you need

Choose food-grade if storing anything edible

Pick open-head for solids, closed-head for liquids

Before you buy:

  • Look for cracks or dents

  • Smell inside - should have no strong odors

  • Fill with water to test for leaks

  • Ask about professional cleaning

Getting your drums:

  • Small orders (1-5 drums): Pick up yourself to save money

  • Large orders (20+ drums): Ask about delivery options

  • RePackify warehouse pickup available

What to Expect

Pricing:

  • Single drums: $9-20 each

  • Bulk orders: Often get discounts

  • Delivery: Extra cost, get quotes first

Condition:

  • Most used drums are in good shape

  • Some may have minor scratches or stains

  • All should hold liquids without leaking

Next Steps

Call RePackify first - they have the best local inventory and pricing

Visit in person if possible to inspect drums before buying

Start with a few drums to test quality before ordering more

Ask about cleaning services if you need food-grade certification

Contact RePackify:

  • Location: Memphis, TN 38106

  • Current stock: 236 drums at $9 each

  • Call for quotes and availability

Used plastic drums give you professional storage capacity at a fraction of the cost. You'll save money while helping reduce waste.

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.