Who Is The Cary Company?

Since 1895, The Cary Company has been a trusted leader in the packaging and container industry, offering innovative solutions in containers and packaging, spill control products, and filtration. For over 125 years, we’ve partnered with professionals across industries—from food and beverage to personal care, industrial chemicals, and manufacturing—delivering tailored, high-quality solutions that reflect our commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and long-standing community involvement. Interested in learning more about why Cary? Watch the video below or read about our mission and values.


Explore Our Best-Selling Categories

Not sure where to start to find the perfect containers and packaging for your product? We can help! From plastic, glass and metal options to durable drums and paint cans, The Cary Company has a wide range of wholesale containers for your solid or liquid product needs.


Our National Footprint

With nine strategically located warehouses nationwide, we're able to get you what you need fast. Our coast-to-coast presence means better product availability, shorter lead times, and reduced shipping costs, so you can count on consistent, reliable delivery. We stock products in large quantities across our locations to ensure that when you need it, we’ve got it ready to go. Concerned you can't find the right packaging for your specific needs? Learn more about how we can supply your perfect product.

West Coast

Jurupa Valley, CA

Livermore, CA

Salt Lake City, UT

Southwest

Grand Prairie, TX

Midwest

Addison, IL

Glendale Heights, IL

Brownsburg, IN

East Coast

Charlotte, NC

Pittsburgh, PA


Our Carriers

We partner with a network of 10 trusted carriers, along with Cary Freight, to provide the most cost-effective shipping solutions for your facility. Our top-tier drivers and parcel partners prioritize safe, efficient delivery—ensuring your products arrive on time and in excellent condition. Located near one of our distribution centers? Take advantage of our Will Call option, which lets you schedule a convenient pickup time and skip the cost of shipping altogether.

We offer a unique special shipping option for our customers called CaryFreight. This shipping method includes a Cary employee delivering our products directly to your dock allowing for the lowest delivered and landed cost available. Customers who select this option have the advantage of smaller delivery windows for accurate and efficient shipments.

With a local delivery option using our own freight, you can be sure that orders will arrive on time at the best rate available. 


Our Services

At the Cary Company, we strive to be your provider in more than just products. We want to be your one-stop-shop for all solutions to help your business prosper, no matter what stage it's in. From glass and plastic bottle design services, drum and IBC tote recycling, to label application services, we've got you covered. Additional services include 3PL warehousing and fluorination barrier treatment for your bottles. Let us be a reliable resource to you and your business. Explore all the services we have to offer!

Design Services

From conceptualizing design ideas to their development, our in-house designers are ready to consult, brainstorm, and assist you through every stage of the process. Explore our comprehensive design services, including printing and labeling!

Bottle Design & Manufacturing

The Cary Company offers warehousing services that help manage your inventory, communicate order statuses, generate orders labels, provide order shipments and so much more! We can accommodate your resource requirements.

Warehousing Services

The Cary Company offers warehousing services that help manage your inventory, communicate order statuses, generate orders labels, provide order shipments and so much more! We can accommodate your resource requirements.

Tote & Drum Disposal Service

We offer disposal services to help you responsibly recycle your used drums and intermediate bulk containers. After receiving these containers, we clean them out and recondition them. No freight charges!


Our Articles & Resources

At Cary, we believe informed customers are empowered customers. That’s why we’ve built a robust library of over 100 expert-crafted articles and guides designed to help you navigate your options with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re just starting your search or narrowing down the best fit, Cary is here to guide every step of the way. 

Optimize your brew's packaging and presentation with this dive into beer bottle dimensions! From various sizes to distinctive styles, this article offers a comprehensive breakdown for brewers, packaging experts, and enthusiasts alike.

Properly storing gasoline in plastic containers is essential for safety and efficiency. Read along as we explore certified containers, storage limitations, and preventing hazards in this article, to to ensure compliance and safe practices.

Uncover the diverse range of paint can sizes, from standard dimensions to unconventional options. Enhance your projects and streamline your packaging decisions with this valuable resource on paint container sizes.


Our Cary Productions

We believe learning should never be boring. That’s why our production videos combine expert insights with clever visuals, a dash of humor, and just enough entertainment to keep things interesting. We don’t just offer products—we provide knowledge. Our production videos are designed to educate and empower, giving you an inside look at how packaging solutions are made, tested, and applied across industries. 

How to Choose a Trigger Sprayer for Your Bottle

Need more information on what Trigger Sprayer works best for your bottle? In this video, Ben from The Cary Company goes over key information to keep in mind when going through options. Anything from neck width and the right dip tubes to how the product is sprayed can lead you to finding the right trigger sprayer. 


Into The Cary-Verse

What happens when pails, buckets and tight head containers come together to see who is the most versatile packaging option? Watch this video or test it yourself with our wide selection of containers!


Steel Drums

The Cary Company offers a wide variety of drums to meet consumer needs. They come in various sizes and are available in tight head and open head styles. We also offer Reconditioned drums as well. 


Our Reputable Customer Service

With an impressive Trustpilot review rating, we prioritize delivering exceptional customer service. Our focus includes responding promptly to customer inquiries, maintaining robust product availability, and providing timely updates as necessary. Our in house team is equipped to handle calls and guide customers to the right product with ease.

We have live chat agents and a friendly staff available to respond to any questions and steer customers in the right direction for their needs. We also provide a multitude of resources on our website to educate customers on industry-specific product content.