Economy Square 4 Gallon Plastic Buckets
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• Material Composition: High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE); 80 mil wall thickness.
• Size/Capacity: 4-Gallon (15.14 Liters) capacity per unit.
• Compliance/Ratings: FDA-Approved Food-Grade material.
• Closure/Handle: Metal wire bail handle; lids sold separately (non-gasketed).

Industrial 4-gallon square plastic buckets are specialized containers designed for high-density storage and efficient logistics. Manufactured from 80-mil thick FDA-compliant resins, these pails are suitable for food-grade applications and general material handling. The square geometry provides significant space-saving advantages over traditional round pails, allowing for stable stacking and optimized palletization. Each unit includes a durable metal handle for manual transport. These containers are engineered to nest when empty, reducing return shipping costs and warehouse footprint. This category includes multiple color options for color-coded organization in commercial and industrial environments.

Product Description	Capacity	Material	Dimensions (Top x Height)	Quantity
White Economy Square Plastic Bucket	4 Gallon	FDA Plastic	9.8" x 13.08"	18 Pack
Blue Economy Square Plastic Bucket	4 Gallon	FDA Plastic	9.8" x 13.08"	18 Pack
Red Economy Square Plastic Bucket	4 Gallon	FDA Plastic	9.8" x 13.08"	18 Pack
Purple Economy Square Plastic Bucket	4 Gallon	FDA Plastic	9.8" x 13.08"	18 Pack
Yellow Economy Square Plastic Bucket	4 Gallon	FDA Plastic	9.8" x 13.08"	18 Pack
Green Economy Square Plastic Bucket	4 Gallon	FDA Plastic	9.8" x 13.08"	18 Pack
Black Economy Square Plastic Bucket	4 Gallon	FDA Plastic	9.8" x 13.08"	18 Pack
Gray Economy Square Plastic Bucket	4 Gallon	FDA Plastic	9.8" x 13.08"	18 Pack

Standard Square Geometry and Nesting The 4-gallon square bucket is a precision-molded container designed to maximize volume within a restricted footprint. Unlike cylindrical containers, the square profile eliminates dead space when multiple units are placed side-by-side on a standard 48" x 40" pallet. The tapered body design facilitates nesting, where empty buckets fit inside one another, significantly decreasing the vertical space required during transit or storage. The top dimensions of 9.8 inches transition to a slightly narrower base of 9.44 inches, providing the necessary draft for easy separation while maintaining structural stability when stacked.

Polymer Specifications and Wall Thickness These containers are constructed with a wall thickness of 80 mils, providing the necessary rigidity to resist bulging when filled with dense materials. The primary material is a high-quality thermoplastic resin that offers impact resistance and chemical stability. Because the material is FDA-compliant, it lacks recycled content that could introduce contaminants, making it suitable for direct contact with consumables. The integration of a metal wire bail handle involves reinforced ear attachments molded into the bucket body, distributing the weight load across the sidewalls to prevent stress fractures during manual handling.

FDA Compliance and Transport Limitations The "Food Grade" designation indicates that the plastic meets FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 standards, ensuring no migration of harmful chemicals into food products. However, technical limitations apply to shipping: these specific 4-gallon pails are not designed for the transportation of liquids. They lack the specialized gasket seals and UN-rating certifications required for the hazardous transport of fluid chemicals or flammable liquids. Users must ensure that contents remain within the solid or semi-solid category if the containers are intended for transit beyond a localized facility.

Cross-Sector Utility and Color Coding In the food processing sector, these buckets are used for dry ingredients, grains, and prepared solids. The availability of eight distinct colors (White, Blue, Red, Purple, Yellow, Green, Black, and Gray) facilitates the implementation of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) programs, where different colors represent specific zones or ingredient types to prevent cross-contamination. Beyond food, they are utilized in agriculture for seed storage and in chemical industries for the containment of powders, granular fertilizers, and hardware components where organized, high-density storage is required.

Technical Factors for Procurement When selecting 4-gallon square pails, buyers must evaluate the environmental conditions of the storage site. While the plastic is durable, prolonged UV exposure can affect long-term structural integrity if stored outdoors without stabilization. Furthermore, the absence of a gasket in the compatible lids means these containers are not airtight; therefore, they are unsuitable for hygroscopic materials that require a moisture-proof seal. The 1½ lb. tare weight per unit should be factored into total load calculations for pallet racking systems to ensure safety margins are maintained during high-volume vertical storage.