5 Gallon Buckets
5 Gallon Plastic Buckets in Bulk
Kaufman Container supplies both standard and UN Rated 5 gallon buckets in bulk quantities. These durable, stackable pails are ideal for long-term storage and shipping. Our 5 gallon plastic buckets are available for food-grade use, paint, coatings, hardware, and more. We also offer a range of lids to help prevent airflow and keep contents fresh and protected.
- Low Minimums: Stock is available with a minimum order of 1 pallet (120 buckets).
- Versatility: Our food-grade buckets are perfect for packaging flour, sugar, grains, and other ingredients. Customers also use them as storage buckets for non-food items such as nuts, bolts, and construction materials. We provide options designed for both dry goods and liquids like oils, water, or paint.
- Options & Colors: In addition to our standard white 5 gallon pails, we can provide black or other colored buckets upon request. Lids include tamper-evident tear strips, gaskets, and spout options for dispensing.
- Customization: Looking to promote your brand? We can screen print up to 1 color in-house, giving your 5 gallon buckets a professional, consistent look. Learn more on our container and bottle printing page.
Frequently Asked Questions about 5 Gallon Buckets:
Q: What size is a 5 gallon bucket?
A: 5 gallon buckets can range in size depending on use case. Typically they range between 12 – 15 inches tall with a 9 – 12 inch diameter. 5 gallon bucket pails designed for liquid storage also tend to be 12 – 15 inches tall with a similar width.
Q: How much can a 5 gallon bucket hold?
A: When filled to capacity, a 5 gallon bucket can hold, well, 5 gallons of water or any liquid. This equates to roughly 0.71 cubic feet. When filled with water, it can hold 42 pounds of water.
Q: What products can a 5 gallon plastic be used for?
A: 5 gallon plastic buckets are super versatile and can be used for a variety of products ranging from Pickles to Paint to storing Nuts and Bolts.
Q: What type of lids for 5 gallon buckets are available?
A: We primarily offer two types of lids for 5 gallon buckets. The first being a HDPE plastic lid which includes a tear strip for tamper evidence and a gasket. The second option is a White HDPE lid which includes the tear strip, gasket but also a Rieke spout for easy dispensing.
Q: What is the wall thickness of your 5 gallon pails?
A: The 5 gallon bucket we stock has a 90 mil wall thickness. This is a very durable 5 gallon bucket, but we can source similar 5 gallon pails with a wall thickness as low as 60 mil. As you would expect, the thinner the wall, the more affordable the 5 gallon pail becomes.
Q: What shapes of 5 gallon plastic buckets do you offer?
A: We offer both the standard round 5 gallon plastic bucket as well as 5 gallon square buckets. We only stock the round 5 gallon pail, so if you are interested in square, you will need to contact us.
Q: Do you offer 5 gallon buckets with plastic handles?
A: Yes, we can supply 5 gallon buckets with either metal wire bail handles or plastic handles. Depending on the product, a wire bail handle make more sense than a plastic handle or vice versa.