Solid Barrel's 15-Gallon HDPE Drum is a compact, closed-head container designed for smaller-volume chemical storage and transport. Blow-molded from high-density polyethylene, this lightweight drum offers excellent chemical resistance in a space-saving footprint.

Key Features

  • Closed-head (tight-head) design with factory-installed bung openings for secure closure
  • Blow-molded from virgin HDPE resin — chemically resistant to a broad range of acids, bases, and solvents
  • Lightweight (~8 lbs empty) for easy one-person handling
  • Compact footprint ideal for bench-top dispensing, lab use, and tight storage areas
  • Seamless one-piece construction with no weld points or corrosion risk
  • Non-sparking and non-conductive material

Dimensions & Weight

  • Outside diameter: 15"
  • Overall height: 26"
  • Nominal capacity: 15 US gallons (56.8 L)
  • Empty weight: approximately 8 lbs

Compliance

UN/DOT certified for hazardous materials transport per 49 CFR. Each drum is individually stamped with the UN certification mark. Suitable for Packing Groups II & III materials.

Applications

Perfect for laboratory reagents, sample quantities, specialty chemicals, and small-batch production. Popular in R&D facilities, quality control labs, and operations that require precise, smaller-volume dispensing.

Material
HDPE
Closure
Closed head
Color
Blue

Standard shipping

In-stock items ship within 1–2 business days. Orders placed by 2 p.m. Central on a business day ship the same day. Delivery typically takes 3–7 business days depending on your location. You will receive a tracking number by email once your order has shipped.

Freight shipping

Large or heavy orders — IBC totes, pallet quantities — ship LTL on pallets we build and wrap ourselves. Freight orders include liftgate service by default; for dock delivery or special requirements, note it at checkout or call us.

Bulk and volume

Ordering in quantity gets discounted freight. Request a bulk quote for the best pricing on large orders, including full truckload.

Returns

Unused, undamaged product may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Return freight is the buyer's, and a restocking fee may apply. Custom or special-order items are non-returnable.