3.5 Gallon 90 Mil BPA-Free Food-Grade Bucket with Wire Handle (T28W) - 1 Count
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OVERVIEW
Our premium 3.5 gallon HDPE bucket combines BPA-free construction, FDA compliance, and commercial-grade durability to support your food processing operations. These reusable containers offer an exceptional balance of quality and value for businesses requiring reliable food-safe packaging solutions.
Made from High-Density Polyethylene, this durable container is specifically designed for commercial food applications where product integrity is essential. Available in white, black, red, and green, these versatile buckets adapt to your branding and operational needs.
The standard translucent finish provides decent contact clarity with a milky/cloudy appearance, allowing for partial visibility of contents while maintaining product protection. With excellent crack resistance and good impact properties, these containers stand up to the demands of commercial environments.
PERFECT FOR COLD STORAGE
These HDPE buckets excel in refrigerated and frozen storage applications, maintaining their structural integrity in temperatures as low as -5°F (-20.5°C). This makes them particularly valuable for cold storage applications while ensuring your products remain securely contained.
MATERIAL DETAILS
These buckets are made from High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), a food-safe plastic known for its excellent durability and chemical resistance. HDPE is widely recognized as one of the safest food storage materials because:
- It doesn't leach harmful chemicals into food products
- It maintains its structural integrity in cold environments
- It features good impact and crack resistance for commercial environments
- It's recyclable under code #2, supporting sustainability initiatives
COMPATIBILITY
These 3.5 gallon buckets are compatible with a variety of lid options to accommodate different application needs. Compatible lids are sold separately and include standard flat lids, pour spout options, and tamper-evident designs. Browse our bucket lids collection to find the perfect sealing solution for your specific requirements. The exact lids that fit this bucket are also displayed further down this page.
CERTIFICATIONS
Our HDPE buckets meet FDA requirements for direct food contact and are BPA-free. They are manufactured in the USA under quality-controlled conditions to ensure consistent performance for food packaging applications.
FDA APPROVED
Meets all FDA requirements for direct food contact applications
RECYCLABLE
Made from #2 HDPE plastic, widely accepted in recycling programs
SHIPS FAST
Orders typically ship within one business day
YOUR PARTNER IN PACKAGING
As a United States Veteran-owned and operated packaging company based in Evansville, Indiana, we're committed to providing high-quality food-grade packaging solutions that help your business succeed. Sample products are available upon request for business customers who wish to evaluate the product prior to bulk ordering.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Are these 3.5 gallon buckets safe for direct food contact?
Yes, these HDPE food-grade buckets are FDA-approved for direct food contact, making them ideal for food processing, storage, and distribution applications.
What temperature range can these food-grade buckets withstand?
These 3.5 gallon HDPE buckets can safely handle temperatures from -5°F (-20.5°C) up to 160°F (71°C). They're excellent for refrigerated and standard freezer environments but are not recommended for microwave use or hot fill applications over 160°F.
Can these BPA-free buckets be used in freezer applications?
Yes, these HDPE buckets are specifically designed to maintain their structural integrity in freezer environments down to -5°F (-20.5°C), making them suitable for frozen food storage applications.
Are these food-grade buckets suitable for hot foods or liquids?
No, these 3.5 gallon buckets are not recommended for hot fill applications over 160°F or for microwave heating. They're designed primarily for cold to room temperature food storage and transportation.
How clear are these HDPE buckets?
These buckets have a milky/cloudy clear appearance that provides decent contact clarity. While not crystal clear, they offer enough visibility to identify contents while still providing product protection.
Do these 3.5 gallon containers have good impact resistance?
Yes, these HDPE buckets feature good impact and crack resistance, making them durable enough for commercial environments and regular handling throughout the supply chain.
Are these food-grade buckets environmentally friendly?
These buckets are made from #2 HDPE plastic, which is widely accepted in recycling programs across the country, supporting your company's sustainability initiatives.
Compatible Products
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