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Used Drum Disposal Services (West Coast)

Free Drum Pickup!

Looking for drum disposal services on the West Coast? We offer free drum recycling and disposal services to help businesses responsibly manage used drums. Once collected, containers are cleaned, reconditioned, and prepared for reuse. No freight charges. On-time pickups. No stress!

Used Drum Requirements

  • Container must be "drip dry" and empty in accordance with 40 CFR 261.7 as well as all local and state regulations.
  • All labels must be in-place and legible.
  • Quantities must be in full truckload quantities or close, ranging from 200-500 drums.

 

Failure to comply with these requirements may result in shipment rejection and additional charges.

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Please note completing and submitting this form to The Cary Company authorizes pick up and any charges to be invoiced as stated in the Terms & Conditions.

**In addition to completing this form, you must also send photos of the containers to be returned and SDS of the former contents (if applicable) to recon@thecarycompany.com for your return request to be processed. Failure to complete all information may result in delays in processing.

Drum Return FAQs

What size drums will you collect?
We collect drums of all sizes, but the most common size drums we collect are 55 gallon.
Where do you pickup?
We offer full truckload pickup in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Utah at our discretion. We also offer less than truckload pickup near our drum recycling facilities in Jurupa Valley, CA and Livermore, CA. Please inquire about your specific quantity and location for more details.
Do the containers have to be empty? How do I prepare a drum for return?
Yes, we require that all drums you are returning need to be empty and "drip dry" in accordance with 40 CFR 261.7 and local regulations. To prepare your drum for return, remove residue by pouring, pumping, asipirating, or alike. Collect all drained material for proper disposal. Ensure all labels are in-place and legible.
Failure to comply with these requirement may result in shipment rejection and additional charges, such as our our "Can't Process" fee of $5.00 per non-reusable drum.
What information do you need for drum disposal?
We require the following information in order to process the drum disposal:
  • A few pictures of the containers that will be returned. If the drum is open head, please provide an image of the inside.
  • SDS of the former contents.
  • Size of drum being returned.
  • The material of the drum being returned.
  • The number of drums that will be returned.
  • The pick up location of the containers.
All of this information is included in the form. Please fill out and we will reach out! We also have a copy of the downloadable form here. The form must be filled out in it's entirety and signed.
Will I be charged for the pickup of drums?
Please note, free service is dependent on the quantity of drums and pick up location. Drums that fulfill a full truckload and are located in the eligible states may qualify for free pickup service.
Can I include other recyclables (such as IBC totes) with my pickup?
Please contact us with the details of the additional containers and we will look at this on a case-by-case basis.
Do you pay for the drums?
We typically do not pay out for the drums, but we offer free pick up as a convenience service to help you manage your space and meet sustainability goals.
How many drums must be collected before you’ll pick them up?
Drum collections typically need to meet full truckload quantities, ranging from 200-500 drums. If you are working with less than this quantity, please contact one of our representatives to see if we can accommodate to your needs.
What is a truckload quantity of drums?
A truckload quantity of drums is around 200-500 depending on the drum's size and whether pallets are included.
What types of pictures do you need for the drums?
While we do not need an individual picture of every drum, the pictures should accurately and clearly represent the range of drums that will be picked up. If you have open head drums, please take a picture of the inside. Please note we must have photos in advance of pickup. If we have additional questions or need more photos, a member of our team will contact you.
Why can't I just throw out my drums?
Drum disposal must be in compliance with strict federal, state and local environmental regulations. Additionally, companies are strongly encouraged not to throw out used drums in reusable condition in order to meet sustainability goals. The Cary Company is equipped to handle both proper disposal and refurbishing of a variety of drums and intermediate bulk containers (IBC's).

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