60 Litre Open Head Plastic Drum-UN Approved

Name: 60 Litre Open Head Plastic Drum-UN Approved
Brand: United Packaging

Sixty Litres in a Tall Open Head Format

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60 litre blue open head plastic drum with handles

Open head drum lid and locking ring on a 60L drum

Open head plastic drums stacked for storage

Product Overview

What This Product Is

A UN approved 60 litre open head HDPE drum measuring 500 x 965mm with a total weight of 3.6kg, supplied with a black lid, locking ring and two moulded handles. The tall body keeps the pallet footprint small while the removable head gives full access for filling and washing.

Key Benefits

A 500mm footprint at 60 litres keeps more units on a standard pallet
Two moulded handles keep the drum manageable despite its height
The locking ring reseals the drum after part use so stock is not written off
UN approval and food grade HDPE cover both regulated and food contact duties

Problems It Solves

What Goes Wrong Without It

Wide drums eat pallet space when the volume needed per unit is only moderate
Product residue in a tight head drum cannot be reached for proper cleaning
Hazardous goods shipments are rejected when the packaging lacks UN approval

Who It Is For

Application Scenarios

Chemical packers balancing drum volume against floor space
Food processors who need drums that can be fully washed between batches
Exporters shipping regulated liquids and pastes by sea

Specifications

Technical Data

Volume	60L
Dimensions	500*965mm
Total Weight	3.6kg
Color	Blue or customized

Figures above are taken from the product documentation. Anything not listed is confirmed at enquiry rather than estimated.

Technical Features

Features and Advantages

Features

UN approved
Food grade
Blow-molding
Equipped with a black lid and a locking ring
Can be easily cleaned and sanitized for reuse

Advantages

Open head design make it easier to handle, transport, and manipulate in various industrial settings
Durable construction materials such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE) provide strength and longevity, making the drum suitable for multiple uses
Easy to carry with its two plastic handles
Can be easily stacked or stored on pallets, maximizing storage space and optimizing logistics
Compliance with industry regulations and certifications, such as UN approval for hazardous materials
Cost-effective solution for bulk storage, reducing packaging and transportation costs compared to smaller containers

Use Guide

How to Specify and Use It

Check contents compatibility with HDPE and with the UN class approved

Fill below the rated level, fit the lid and close the locking ring evenly

Keep the drum upright; the tall profile is less stable when tipped

Wash and dry before reuse and inspect the rim for deformation

Comparison With Other Products

Compared with the 50 litre open top drum, the 60 litre carries more in a narrower, taller body at 500 x 965mm. Compared with the 160 litre drum, which shares the same 500 x 965mm outer dimensions in this range, it is the lighter unit at 3.6kg and is easier to handle by hand.

Customisation

Sizes, colours and materials can be adapted where the product allows it, and branding can be applied to closures and cap seals. Confirm the change you need when you send the enquiry.

Quality Control

United Packaging operates a professional quality control system under ISO 9001 certification, following quality management procedures intended to minimise the risk of defects.