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Discover our wide selection of round plastic pails and buckets, the perfect solution for all your storage and transport needs! The Cary Company sells empty pails and buckets in new, reconditioned, and regrind conditions. We offer our pails in a variety of colors, ranging from popular black and white to vibrant green and blue. Made from HDPE plastic, most of our plastic pails and buckets are FDA compliant for food storage. Tear strip plastic lids are available, as well as standard, UN Rated, and snap on lids.

 

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What's the Difference Between a Bucket and a Pail?

The terms “pail” and “bucket” are generally used interchangeably depending on the industry, branding, or context.

More often, pails are defined as containers that are paired with compatible lids, qualifying them as shipping containers. Some pails are UN rated to store hazardous materials, meaning they can hold chemicals, gardening products, cleaning supplies, and other potentially hazardous substances.

Buckets are commonly defined as open-top containers without a lid. Buckets are generally used for storing more practical items such as gifts, canned beverages, home decor, farming needs, and more.

What Are Round Plastic Buckets & Pails Typically Used For?

Open head round plastic pails are ideal for storing and transporting a variety of products such as chemicals, paints, and food. Their open head design allows easy access for filling, dispensing, and cleaning. If certain shipping requirements need to be met, pails can be paired with a compatible lid for transporting products.

What Materials Are Plastic Buckets & Pails Made From?

The Cary Company sells round buckets with handles made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastic.

HDPE is a plastic best known for its strength, versatility, and chemical resistance. HDPE buckets can also be used for storing food and other non-hazardous materials, as the plastic does not absorb a lot of moisture or leach harmful chemicals. Before using HDPE buckets and pails for food use, be sure to look for specifications indicating the bucket is FDA compliant.

What Sizes Are Available for Plastic Buckets & Pails?

Cary offers a range of plastic bulk buckets in over 20 sizes, from 0.6 gallons to 12 gallons. Our selection includes the popular 5 gallon buckets, suitable for various applications. No matter your needs, you’re sure to find the perfect bucket for any sized task.

Why Choose Cary as Your Plastic Buckets and Pails Supplier?

Extensive Selection: The Cary Company offers a wide selection of round buckets for sale, ensuring you can find the ideal fit for your business needs.

Quality Assurance: We ensure all Cary products meet strict quality standards to ensure safety and reliability.

Competitive Pricing: Enjoy savings on large round plastic buckets in wholesale and bulk pricing.

Expert Support:  Contact our team of experts at 630.629.6600 to get answers on any questions you may have about our round plastic buckets with handles and to help guide you through your purchase.

What does the Pail Series mean?

<div data-content-type="html" data-appearance="default" data-element="main" data-decoded="true">Our pails and lids are classified as part of a designated Series, which makes pairing this pail with a compatible lid easier. Simply match the size (e.g., 5 gallon) and series (P5 Series) of the pail and lid to find a proper fit. </div>

Can this round plastic pail be used for food products?

<div data-content-type="html" data-appearance="default" data-element="main" data-decoded="true">If the pail is FDA approved (listed under the Additional Information section of this product page), then it is safe to store and transport food and food ingredients.</div>

Do you offer labeling services for this round plastic pail?

<div data-content-type="html" data-appearance="default" data-element="main" data-decoded="true">Yes, we offer design services, as well as screen printing, label printing and application services. You can request a quote from our design team by calling 630.629.6600 or emailing <a href="mailto:sales@thecarycompany.com">Sales@thecarycompany.com</a>. For more information regarding the services we offer, please go to our <a href="/services/design">Design Services</a> page.</div>

Can I use a pail heater for this round plastic pail?

<div data-content-type="html" data-appearance="default" data-element="main" data-decoded="true">Yes, you can use a pail heater with this pail. However, be sure the <a href="/temperature-control/drum-heaters/bands">heater can be used on a plastic pail</a> and find out what temperature the pail can withstand before applying the heater. </div>
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