Plastic Pails
Plastic Pails are rigid HDPE openhead containers perfect for holding large quantities of products manufactured for industrial, paint & coatings, petroleum, food, janitorial, sanitation industries, animal feed, and solvents.=
At C.L. Smith we partner with only the strongest plastic pail manufacturers in the packaging industry in order to guarantee that the products you purchase from us are of a superior package design that solves a practical need for your business.
The most widely requested plastic containers are 5-gallon plastic pails (often referred to as 5-gallon plastic buckets). Pail container styles offered are openhead — nested, or straight-sided for economical storage and shipping. Our openhead pails are manufactured and available in sizes ranging from 1 gallon – 12 gallon (all pails of 4 – 6 gallon capacity are marked with the mandatory child warning label) and can be round or square, with or without threads, and in Poly Pails with screw tops along with options for plastic or steel handles.
We offer UN-certified pails as well as non-certified pails. Typical colors are Natural, White, or Clear; however, Custom Colors are available as well. Plastic pails with lids are often requested and we offer a large variety of Openhead Pail Covers: UN, Non-UN, Screw Top, Pry Off, and Tear-tab with Handle options of metal or plastic.
Plastic Pail accessories are also available. HDPE Pail Inserts are available for containers ranging in size from ½ gallon – 5-gallon pails.
Product Details
Sizes | 1 gl – 12 gl |
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Styles | Openhead Round (nested, straight-sided), Openhead Square |
Cover Styles | UN, Non-UN, Screw Top, Pry Off, Tear-tab |
Colors | White, Natural Other Colors Available |
Handle Options | Metal, Plastic |
UN Rated | Available |
Cover Options
Closure Options
Lining Options
Fittings OptionsNeed Hazardous Materials Packaging?
How to Read UN Markings
Drum & Package Guide
Drum Accessories
Decorations and Labels
Drum Reconditioning Policy
Options | Packaging Compliance | Enhancements |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Plastic Pails are widely used in food storage, paints, chemicals, and construction materials.
Yes, most plastic pails have a durable handle for easy transport.
They come in a variety of sizes, ranging from small 1-gallon pails to large 5-gallon or more capacities.
Yes, tamper-evident and tight-sealing lids are common options for pails.
Many are made from recyclable materials like HDPE, though check local recycling guidelines.
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“We like that you’re more flexible and not constrained by big “corporate policy.”
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