55 Gallon Spill Kits
Our largest spill kit format: a 55-gallon drum container packed with recycled-content sorbents, PPE and disposal supplies for fuelling areas, loading docks and drum storage.
A 55 gallon spill kit is the heavy-duty response kit for sites that store or transfer oil, fuel or chemicals in bulk. Green Spill Kits 55-gallon kits come in oil-only, universal and hazmat versions, built around our absorbent socks and absorbent pads in a 55-gallon drum container.
- Oil-only, universal and hazmat 55-gallon spill kits
- Typical weight of about 50 lb, in a 55-gallon drum container
- Absorbent socks, pads, PPE and disposal bags in one kit
- Sorbents made from 100% recovered polypropylene in Ontario
- Refills available, with no minimum order
55 Gallon Spill Kit Specifications
Specifications for our 55-gallon format. Contents and rated capacity can be confirmed for your order.
Kit specifications
| Specification | 55 gallon spill kit |
|---|---|
| Types | Oil-only, universal, hazmat |
| Container | 55-gallon drum |
| Typical weight | ~50 lb |
| Sorbents | Green Spill Kits absorbent socks, pads and pillows made from 100% recovered polypropylene |
| Absorbency | Rated per kit; ask for the rated capacity of your kit |
| Labels | Bilingual EN/FR, with SDS and disposal guidance |
| Refills | Available for every type |
| Order quantity | No minimum on standard SKUs; pallet and truckload quantities on request |
Compare spill kit formats
| Format | Typical weight | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle spill kit | ~8 lb | Trucks, fleet vehicles and service vans |
| 20-gallon spill kit | ~25 lb | Shops, maintenance bays and wash bays |
| 55-gallon spill kit | ~50 lb | Fuelling stations, loading docks, tank and drum storage |
Full specs, test results and pack counts are in the Green Spill Kits product sheet (PDF). Samples, SDS and technical test reports are available on request.
What's inside a 55 gallon spill kit
- Drum55-gallon container that holds the kit and can be used to collect used sorbents
- Absorbent socksTo ring the spill and stop it from spreading
- Absorbent padsTo soak up the spill inside the sock perimeter
- Absorbent pillowsFor pooled liquid, sumps and under equipment
- PPEGloves, goggles and protective gown
- Disposal bagsWith ties, for bagging used sorbents
Contents vary by type. Ask us for the exact contents list for the kit you're ordering.
Oil-only, universal or hazmat?
- Oil-only 55 gallon spill kits absorb oil and fuel while repelling water. Choose them for outdoor fuelling areas, yards and anywhere rain, snow or drains are in play.
- Universal 55 gallon spill kits absorb oil, coolant, water-based fluids and most non-aggressive chemicals. Choose them for shops and warehouses with mixed fluids.
- Hazmat 55 gallon spill kits are for acids, bases and aggressive chemicals. Choose them for chemical storage and transfer areas.
Where 55 gallon spill kits belong
Place 55-gallon kits wherever a single release could exceed what a smaller kit can handle: fuel islands and bulk tanks, loading docks and receiving areas, drum and tote storage, maintenance shops for heavy equipment, and municipal works yards. For vehicles, pair them with smaller vehicle spill kits, and keep oil spill containment booms nearby for drains and outfalls.
Why buy 55 gallon spill kits from Green Spill Kits
100% recovered polypropylene
Sorbent fill is 100% recovered polypropylene by dry weight, an EPA-designated recovered-content item.
Lot-checked fill and absorbency
Dimensions, fill weight and absorbency are checked by lot, so every case performs like the last.
Bilingual EN/FR labels
English and French labels, with SDS and disposal guidance available for every product.
No minimum order
Order a single case or a full truckload. There's no minimum on standard SKUs.
24-hour incident shipping
Reserved surge capacity means incident orders have shipped on 24 hours' notice.
Made in Ontario, Canadian-first
Manufactured in Campbellford, Ontario, supporting Buy Ontario, Buy Canadian and ESG purchasing criteria.
55 Gallon Spill Kit Questions
What does "55 gallon" mean on a spill kit?
It refers to the kit's size class and its 55-gallon drum container. It's sized for larger releases than a vehicle or 20-gallon kit. Actual absorbency depends on the type and contents, so ask us for the rated capacity of your kit.
What's included in a 55 gallon spill kit?
Our 55-gallon kits include a drum container, absorbent socks, absorbent pads and pillows, PPE such as gloves, goggles and a protective gown, and disposal bags with ties. Contents vary by type, and we can send the exact list for your order.
Should I choose an oil-only, universal or hazmat 55 gallon kit?
Choose oil-only for oil and fuel spills, especially outdoors or near water, because it repels water. Choose universal for mixed fluids like oil, coolant and water-based liquids. Choose hazmat for acids, bases and aggressive chemicals.
How is a 55 gallon spill kit different from a 20-gallon kit?
A 55-gallon kit carries more sorbent in a larger drum and weighs about 50 lb, compared with about 25 lb for a 20-gallon kit. Use the larger kit where a single release could be bigger, such as fuel islands, bulk tanks and loading docks.
Where should I place a 55 gallon spill kit?
Keep it within quick reach of the largest potential spill: fuel islands, bulk storage, loading docks, drum storage and heavy-equipment shops. Mark the location clearly so anyone can find it fast.
Can the drum be used for disposal?
Yes, the drum can hold used sorbents after a cleanup. Used sorbents take on the hazards of what they absorbed, so dispose of them according to local regulations. Disposal guidance is available on request.
Are refills available for 55 gallon spill kits?
Yes. Refills are available for every type, so you can restock a used kit without replacing the drum.
How heavy is a 55 gallon spill kit, and how is it shipped?
A typical 55-gallon kit weighs about 50 lb. We ship any quantity, from a single kit to full pallets and truckloads, and incident orders have shipped on 24 hours' notice.
Do 55 gallon spill kits count toward Buy Ontario or recycled-content goals?
Our sorbents are made in Campbellford, Ontario from 100% recovered polypropylene, a recognized recovered-content material. That supports Buy Ontario, Buy Canadian and ESG purchasing criteria. See our Buy Ontario spill kits article for more.
Order 55 gallon spill kits or refills
Samples, SDS, technical test reports and pallet or truckload quotations are available on request. No minimum on standard SKUs.