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Sell Your Metal Drums

Sell used 55-gallon steel drums and metal barrels. Open-head and tight-head configurations accepted. Upload photos to get started.

  • List your inventory in minutes
  • Connect with verified buyers
  • Free pickup arranged
  • Paid via wire or ACH

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Why Sell Your Metal Drums with Repackify?

Sell used Metal Drums with Repackify

Turn Your Unwanted Metal Drums Into Cash

If you have excess Metal Drums that are taking up space, Repackify makes it easy to sell them. We buy used Metal Drums in bulk, offering competitive prices and hassle-free pickup. Whether you are a warehouse, distribution center, or manufacturer, we offer a reliable solution to monetize your Metal Drums while keeping them out of landfills.

How to Sell Your Metal Drums

1. Submit Your Metal Drums Details

Provide information about the Metal Drums sizes, types, and conditions.

2. Get a Quote

Our team will assess your Metal Drums and provide a fair market price. The more Metal Drums you have, the better the rates.

3. Schedule Pickup or Drop-Off

We offer bulk Metal Drums pickups in select locations or accept Metal Drums deliveries at our partner facilities.

4. Get Paid Fast

Once we inspect and confirm the quality of your Metal Drums , we process your payment quickly.

What Types of Metal Drums Do We Buy?

Metal drums vary in volume measured in gallons: 55 gallons is the industry standard size, but 30 gallons, 20 gallons, 15 gallons , 10 gallons and 5 gallons are also available.

Lid types include removable Open Head/Open Top with fully removable top; non-removable Tight Head/Closed Top with small openings; Lever-Lock and Bolt Ring lids.

Material of construction includes Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Galvanized Steel and Aluminum.

Wall thicknesses range from Standard Gauge to Heavy Duty to Light Gauge. Internal coatings are Epoxy Lined, Phenolic Lined, Polyethylene Lined or Unlined.

Certification covers UN/DOT standards for dangerous goods, FDA for food, IMDG for marine transportation.

Bottom type can be Flat Bottom, Convex Bottom or Concave Bottom.

Special features include Stackable, Heated, Insulated, Explosion Proof and Antistatic.

Barrels with non-removable lids vary in the number of openings: Single Bung, Double Bung, various sizes of 3/4“, 2” and other openings.

How to Sell Your Metal Drums

Step 1

Tell Us What You Have

Enter your quantity, condition, and location to get started.

Step 2

Create Your Free Account

Sign up in seconds to track your listing and connect with buyers from your dashboard.

Step 3

Upload Photos & Start Selling

Complete your listing with photos and details. Verified buyers can find and purchase your inventory.

Metal Drums We Buy

  • 55-gallon tight-head steel drums
  • 55-gallon open-head steel drums
  • 30-gallon and 16-gallon drums
  • Lined and unlined drums
  • Drums with UN/DOT certification

Metal Drum Pricing

Steel drum pricing is based on gauge, condition, prior contents, and certification status. Clean drums with intact UN markings receive premium pricing. Quantities of 80+ drums qualify for truckload rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you buy drums that held hazardous materials?
We purchase drums that held non-hazardous materials. Prior contents must be disclosed and drums must be properly emptied. We do not accept drums with unknown prior contents.
How much are used 55-gallon steel drums worth?
Pricing depends on gauge, condition, and certification status. Clean drums with intact UN markings and known prior contents receive the best prices. Dented or rusted drums have lower value but are still purchased.
How do I sell my metal drums?
Enter your quantity, condition, and location to get started. Create a free account, upload photos, and your listing will be visible to verified buyers on our marketplace.
Do you arrange pickup?
Pickup logistics depend on volume and location. Create a listing with your details and we'll coordinate pickup options.
What condition metal drums do you accept?
We buy metal drums in a range of conditions. Better condition typically means better pricing, but even damaged inventory may have value. List what you have and buyers will reach out.
How does pricing work?
Pricing depends on condition, quantity, location, and current market rates. Create a free listing and connect directly with buyers — no obligation.

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