Description
52L Blue Open Top Steel Drum – UN Approved, Durable & Secure for Powders, Pastes & Solids
The 52L Blue Open Top Steel Drum is a heavy-duty, UN Approved (1A2) container designed for the safe storage and transportation of powders, pastes, dyes, granules, and solid materials. Constructed from high-quality mild steel with a durable blue external finish, this drum provides outstanding strength, corrosion resistance, and reliability for industrial, commercial, and manufacturing environments.
52L Blue Open Top Steel Drum – UN Approved, Durable & Secure for Powders, Pastes & Solids
The 52L Blue Open Top Steel Drum is a heavy-duty, UN Approved (1A2) container designed for the safe storage and transportation of powders, pastes, dyes, granules, and solid materials. Constructed from high-quality mild steel with a durable blue external finish, this drum provides outstanding strength, corrosion resistance, and reliability for industrial, commercial, and manufacturing environments.
Its open top design allows for easy filling, dispensing, and cleaning, making it ideal for viscous, semi-solid, or particulate contents. The drum is supplied complete with a galvanised steel lid and lever ring closure, ensuring a tight, tamper-resistant seal that protects contents during handling, storage, and transport.
Tested and certified to meet UN standards (1A2), this 52-litre drum is approved for both hazardous and non-hazardous materials, offering compliance and peace of mind for regulated shipping and storage applications.
Key Features:
- 52-litre capacity – Ideal for powders, pastes, dyes, and solid materials
- UN Approved (1A2) – Certified for hazardous and non-hazardous substances
- Manufactured from mild steel – Strong, durable, and impact-resistant
- Blue exterior finish – Professional appearance with corrosion resistance
- Open top design – Simplifies filling, emptying, and cleaning
- Supplied with galvanised steel lid and lever ring closure – Ensures a secure, tamper-evident seal
- Reusable & fully recyclable – Sustainable, long-term packaging solution
The 52L Blue Open Top Steel Drum (UN Approved) is a trusted, professional-grade packaging option for the secure handling and transportation of industrial and hazardous materials.
Specifications
| Capacity | 52L |
| Dimensions | Diameter - 365mm / Height - 660mm (14" x 23") |
| Weight | 5300g |
| Material | Steel |
| Closure Type | External Lever |
| UN Approved | Yes |
| Colour | Blue |
Bulk orders
Whether you’re sourcing packaging for manufacturing, distribution, or retail, we specialise in supplying bulk quantities at competitive prices. Our extensive stock of Plastic Buckets, PET Bottles, Metal Pails & more means we can fulfil large-scale orders quickly and reliably without compromising on quality.
Delivery
Fast, flexible, and dependable. Patrico offers nationwide delivery across the UK, with efficient turnaround times to keep your operations running smoothly. Need your order urgently? We’ll work with you to meet tight deadlines and ensure everything arrives exactly when you need it.
Printing Services
At Patrico, we know that packaging is more than just a container, it’s an extension of your brand. That’s why we offer custom IML printing on a range of our plastic packaging. It’s the ideal solution for customers looking to apply durable, eye-catching branding directly into the mould of the container itself.

