- Is the drum the same formula as the spray cans?
- Yes. It is standard WD-40 multi-purpose lubricant in liquid form, not an aerosol. The spray cans add propellant; the drum is the base liquid.
- How do I dispense it?
- Most buyers use a drum pump or a spigot and fill spray bottles or oil cans. WD-40 also sells hand pumps and refillable sprayers made for this.
- Is it food grade?
- The listing marks it food grade, but WD-40's standard multi-purpose product is not marketed as a food-contact lubricant. Check the drum label and the manufacturer's data sheet before using it near food equipment.
- How long does 55 gallons last?
- A small shop using a few ounces a day will take years to empty it. Buy it only if you go through cans quickly or refill bottles regularly.
- Is this the cheapest way to buy WD-40?
- Per ounce, yes. At $1,037.09 at Elevated Industrial Solutions as of November 6, 2026, it costs about $19 a gallon, far less than aerosol cans. The catch is the upfront cost and storage.
- Does it expire?
- WD-40 has no strict shelf life when stored sealed and out of direct sun. Keep the drum closed to stop evaporation and contamination.
- Where is the WD-40 Bulk Liquid 55 gal Drum 49013 cheapest?
- At Elevated Industrial Solutions, for $1,037.09, 37% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the WD-40 Bulk Liquid 55 gal Drum 49013?
- 13 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Elevated Industrial Solutions, Santie Wholesale Oil Company, Keller Heartt, Dakota Riggers.