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A 3.5 Gallon 90 Mil BPA-Free Food-Grade Bucket with a wire handle, white grip, and plain white design is shown against a white background.

A 3.5 Gallon 90 Mil BPA-Free Food-Grade Bucket with a wire handle and white plastic grip, shown against a white background.

A 3.5-gallon BPA-free food-grade plastic bucket in bright red with a durable wire handle, shown on a white background.

A 3.5-gallon BPA-free food-grade plastic bucket with a wire handle, shown against a plain white background.

3.5 Gallon 90 Mil BPA-Free Food-Grade Bucket with Wire Handle - 1 Count

Color:White

Variant

1 - 143

$6.81

144 - 719

$6.01

-11.7%

720 - 2159

$5.41

-20.6%

2160 - 4319

$5.30

-22.2%

4320 - 6479

$5.01

-26.4%

6480+

$4.75

-30.2%

144 buckets per pallet

Quantity (Units):

We offer reliable shipping across the continental U.S., Hawaii, Alaska, military addresses, and U.S. territories including Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Orders are typically processed within 1–2 business days from our warehouse in Indiana. Delivery times vary by destination but generally fall within 1–3 business days for most domestic locations.

Gamma Seal Bucket Lid

As low as$8.22

Gasketed Tear-Strip Bucket Lid

As low as$1.76

Pour Spout Bucket Lid

As low as$2.09

Easy-Off Bucket Lid

As low as$1.87

Padded Bucket Lid

As low as$4.60

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This heavy-duty 3.5-gallon bucket combines superior 90-mil HDPE construction with food-grade safety, making it ideal for bulk ingredient storage, fermentation projects, and commercial food preparation. The integrated wire handle with plastic grip ensures comfortable transport, while compatibility with tamper-evident lids provides security from packaging to end use.

Engineered from BPA-free high-density polyethylene, this bucket delivers exceptional durability and chemical resistance in a compact round footprint. Its extra-thick walls resist deformation under heavy loads, while the wide temperature range from -5°F to 160°F supports both freezer storage and hot-fill applications.

Built to withstand the demands of commercial kitchens, food processors, and home brewing enthusiasts, this versatile pail offers reliable performance for ingredients, brines, dry goods, and chemical-compatible products. The reinforced design allows for secure stacking when filled and efficient nesting when empty.

Key Advantages

90-mil wall thickness for superior crack and warp resistance under heavy loads
3.5-gallon working volume (3.7-gallon brim-fill) maximizes batch capacity in compact footprint
BPA-free, FDA-compliant HDPE construction ensures safe direct food contact
Wire handle with molded plastic grip supports comfortable, secure one-handed carrying
Temperature tolerance from -5°F to 160°F enables freezer storage and hot-fill operations
Compatible with tamper-evident lids for product integrity and consumer confidence
Four flat label panels accommodate custom branding and decoration

Ideal Applications

Bulk Food Storage

Ideal for holding large quantities of rice, beans, flour, or other dry goods while maintaining freshness with BPA-free, food-grade safety.

Fermentation & Brewing

The 3.5-gallon capacity and wide opening provide ideal headspace for brewing beer, fermenting kombucha, or making pickles and sauerkraut.

Food Processing

Ideal for bulk ingredients, marinades, and specialty sauces in commercial kitchens requiring reliable, food-safe containment.

Emergency Preparedness

Create portable, leak-resistant water storage for camping, disaster prep, or agricultural use with on-demand spout access.

FDA Certified

Manufactured with FDA-compliant, food-safe resin suitable for direct contact with edible products

BPA-Free Safety

Contains no Bisphenol-A, eliminating the risk of BPA migration into stored contents

Product Details

Injection-molded from virgin high-density polyethylene (HDPE) resin, this food-grade bucket meets FDA requirements for direct food contact applications. The heavy 90-mil construction provides exceptional impact resistance and dimensional stability, while the galvanized steel wire handle with plastic grip ensures corrosion-resistant, comfortable transport.

BPA-free composition protects contents from potential chemical leaching
Smooth, round interior minimizes product hang-up and simplifies cleaning
Reinforced rim design allows secure stacking when filled
HDPE resin identification code #2 supports recycling programs
Resistant to most acids, bases, detergents, and water-based solutions
Accepts Dry Offset or HTL graphics for custom branding applications
Manufactured in the USA for consistent quality and supply chain reliability

Compatible Lids

Complete your storage solution with tamper-evident and specialty lids designed for this bucket:

Gasketed Tear-Strip Lids Gamma Seal Lids Lids with Pour Spout Padded Lids Easy-Off Lids

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Are these 3.5 gallon buckets suitable for harvesting and storing produce?

Yes, these heavy-duty 90 mil HDPE buckets are perfect for harvesting, washing, sorting, and storing fresh produce. Their rugged construction, convenient galvanized wire handle, and food-safe material make them ideal for field-to-cold-room agricultural applications.

Are these 3.5 gallon buckets safe for direct food contact?

Absolutely. Manufactured from BPA-free, FDA-compliant HDPE, these buckets are certified food-grade and safe for contact with juices, brines, dry goods, and other edible products.

What temperature range can these food-grade buckets withstand?

The HDPE resin and 90 mil wall thickness allow the buckets to handle temperatures from ‑5 °F (-20.5 °C) up to 160 °F (71 °C). They’re excellent for refrigeration and standard freezer environments but not intended for microwave use or hot fills above 160 °F.

Can these BPA-free buckets be used in freezer applications?

Yes. The buckets are engineered to maintain structural integrity down to ‑5 °F, making them reliable for frozen food storage or ice-bath chilling.

Are these food-grade buckets suitable for hot foods or liquids?

They can accept warm contents below 160 °F, but they’re not recommended for boiling liquids, pressure canning, or any hot-fill process that exceeds that temperature threshold. Q: Are these food-grade buckets environmentally friendly? A: Made from recyclable #2 HDPE, the buckets are widely accepted in curbside recycling programs, supporting sustainability initiatives when properly cleaned and recycled.