The 55-Gallon Stainless Steel Drum is Solid Barrel's premium container for high-purity, pharmaceutical, food-grade, and highly corrosive applications. Constructed from Type 304 stainless steel (18% chromium, 8% nickel), it delivers superior resistance to chlorides, organic acids, and aggressive solvents that would compromise carbon steel drums.

Key Features

  • Type 304 stainless steel (18/8 Cr-Ni) — the industry standard for corrosion resistance
  • 0.9-1.5 mm wall thickness for structural integrity and long service life
  • Open-head design with bolt-ring closure and PTFE or silicone gasket
  • Crevice-free seamless construction available for pharmaceutical and biotech applications
  • Mirror or #4 brushed interior finish for easy cleaning and product release
  • Reusable indefinitely — stainless steel does not degrade with repeated cleaning cycles

Dimensions & Weight

  • Outside diameter: 23.5"
  • Overall height: 34.5"
  • Nominal capacity: 55 US gallons (208 L)
  • Wall thickness: 0.9-1.5 mm depending on specification

Compliance

UN-rated for hazardous materials. Meets DOT 49 CFR, FDA 21 CFR, and cGMP requirements. Suitable for pharmaceutical, food-contact, and chemical applications where product purity is critical.

Applications

Pharmaceutical intermediates, food-grade ingredients, high-purity solvents, corrosive acids and bases, biotech process fluids, and any application requiring non-reactive, non-contaminating containment.

Material
Type 304 Stainless Steel (18% Cr, 8% Ni)
SS Grade
304 (UNS S30400)
Wall Thickness
0.9-1.5 mm
Closure
Open-head with bolt-ring and PTFE/silicone gasket
Dimensions
23.5" OD x 34.5" H
Corrosion Resistance
Excellent resistance to chlorides, organic acids, and aggressive solvents
UN Rating
UN rated for hazardous materials
Deposit
$600 drum deposit (refundable)
Cleaning Fee
$20 environmental cleaning fee per use cycle
Condition
New — reusable indefinitely

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.