Drum (container)

A typical 200-litre (55 US or 44 imp gal) tight head drum
Low level nuclear waste in open head steel drums.

A drum (also called a barrel) is a cylindrical shipping container used for shipping bulk cargo. Drums can be made of steel, dense paperboard (commonly called a fiber drum), or plastic, and are generally used for the transportation and storage of liquids and powders. Drums are often stackable, and have dimensions designed for efficient warehouse and logistics use. This type of packaging is frequently certified for transporting dangerous goods. Proper shipment requires the drum to comply with all applicable regulations.[1]

  1. ^ "How to Comply with Federal Hazardous Materials Regulations". United States Department of Transportation. 2 April 2014. Archived from the original on 12 March 2014. Retrieved 23 May 2014.