What are plastic tight-head containers used for?

Plastic tight-head containers are designed to carry and store liquid chemicals, hazardous materials, solvents, automotive lubricants, agrochemicals, food ingredients, and sanitation solutions securely without leakage.

What capacity sizes are available for tight-head containers and jerrycans?

Options range from 1.3 gallons to 7 gallons (US standard) and 3 liters to 60 liters (Global metric), available in square, round, stackable, and export-grade configurations.

Are these containers UN certified and food contact safe?

Yes, select models meet UN Packaging Group II and III standards for hazardous material transport, as well as FDA regulations for food contact, manufactured in ISO, GFSI, and IMS certified facilities.

What is KORTRAX® barrier technology?

KORTRAX® is a barrier technology engineered for tight-head containers handling aggressive solvents, preventing permeation, container paneling, and chemical degradation.

Plastic Tight-Head Containers & Jerrycans | UN-Certified Packaging Solutions

Engineering Precision & Reliability

From Standard to Specialty: UN-Certified Tight-Head Packaging Built for Global Supply Chains

Plastic tight-head containers and industrial jerrycans play a vital role in global supply chains by providing secure, leak-proof transport for liquid chemicals, hazardous substances, food ingredients, lubricants, and sanitation products.

When managing high-volume industrial filling operations, packaging reliability is critical. Mauser Packaging Solutions manufactures high-density polyethylene (HDPE) tight-head containers and jerrycans engineered to meet the highest safety, regulatory, and sustainability standards worldwide. Supported by over 330 years of combined legacy experience and a global network of 170+ facilities, our products ensure seamless automated filling, optimum palletization, and uninterrupted global supply.

UN & DOT Certified Safety

Extensive portfolio compliant with UN Packaging Group II and Group III standards for hazardous and non-hazardous liquid shipping worldwide.

Advanced Barrier Protection

Featuring optional KORTRAX® fluorinated barrier technology to prevent permeation, chemical degradation, and container paneling from solvent exposure.

Sustainable PCR Integration

Incorporating up to 98% Recolene® Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) resin through our Infinity Series, slashing carbon footprint by up to 70%.

Technical Capabilities

Tight-Head Container & Jerrycan Specifications

Designed for efficient storage, effortless pouring, and exceptional top-load stacking strength, our container configurations meet diverse regional and global operational requirements.

Format Type	Capacity Range	Material Options	Certifications & Standards	Key Applications
Square Tight-Head Containers	1.3 Gallon – 7 Gallon (US) 3 Liter – 30 Liter (Metric)	HDPE, Recolene® PCR, KORTRAX® Barrier	UN Group II/III, FDA Food Contact, UL Certified	Industrial Chemicals, Agrochemicals, Flavors & Fragrances
Round Tight-Head Containers	5 Gallon / 20 Liter Standard	Virgin HDPE, Recycled PCR Blends	UN Packaging Rated, GFSI / IMS Certified	Lubricants, Sanitizers, Bulk Liquids
Industrial Jerrycans	3 Liter – 60 Liter	High-Molecular Weight HDPE, PCR Resin	UN Certified, Euro-Pallet Optimized	Automotive Oils, Petrochemicals, Solvents
Fassets® Heavy-Duty Containers	20 Liter – 30 Liter	Enhanced Structural HDPE	UN Group II Rated, Stacking Compliant	High Filling Weight Liquids, Export Shipments

Environmentally Engineered

Infinity Series & KORTRAX® Barrier Technology

The Infinity Series represents Mauser's commitment to the circular economy. Manufactured using proprietary Recolene® high-quality post-consumer recycled resin, these tight-head containers deliver structural equality to virgin resin containers while vastly reducing Scope 3 emissions.

For aggressive chemical formulations, solvent permeability can jeopardize packaging integrity. Our integrated KORTRAX® barrier layer prevents permeation without sacrificing recyclable potential, offering a reliable, compliant alternative to fluorination.

Up to 70% Carbon Footprint Reduction with PCR
California Prop 65 & EU PPWR Compliant
GFSI & IMS Food Safety Certified Facilities

Plastic tight head containers made with PCR recycled resin

Buyer Knowledge Base

Frequently Asked Questions

What applications are plastic tight-head containers best suited for?

Plastic tight-head containers feature a closed, non-removable top with molded pour spouts or threaded closures. They are ideal for high-purity chemicals, solvents, agrochemicals, food flavorings, automotive lubricants, and commercial cleaning products where leak prevention and precise pouring are vital.

What sizes and volume capacities are available?

Mauser produces tight-head containers ranging from 1.3 gallons (5 Liters) to 7 gallons (25-30 Liters), including standard 5-gallon tight-heads. Industrial jerrycans are available in global metric sizes from 3 Liters up to 60 Liters in stackable or Euro-pallet friendly designs.

Are these containers UN-rated for dangerous goods?

Yes, select models carry UN Packaging Group II and Group III ratings for liquid hazardous materials, meeting international transport regulations including DOT, IMDG, and ICAO standards.

What is the advantage of KORTRAX® barrier technology?

KORTRAX® creates an impermeable internal barrier inside HDPE containers, preventing harsh chemicals and aggressive solvents from permeating through the plastic walls, mitigating container collapse (paneling) and odor emission.

Can tight-head containers be manufactured using recycled plastics?

Yes. Mauser's Infinity Series tight-head containers utilize Recolene® PCR resin, allowing companies to meet corporate sustainability goals and regional recycled-content mandates without compromising drop strength or stackability.