What Scepter Corporation does

Scepter Corporation (legal entity Scepter Canada Inc.) is a Scarborough, Ontario-headquartered blow molder of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) containers serving three end-markets: consumer fuel and water containers, portable marine fuel tanks and accessories, and military packaging for fuel, water, and large-caliber ammunition. Its core technology is HDPE blow molding — pioneered by founder Evald Torokvei in 1949 — with proprietary product features including the SmartControl squeeze-controlled spout with flame mitigation device, the patented Flo N' Go pump handle, 2-way vented caps that meet EPA and CARB regulations, and custom-fit shock-absorbing dunnage for ammunition containers. The product line is organized into sub-brands including SmartControl, Ameri-Can, Duramax, Flo N' Go, and Neptune, with capacities ranging from 1-gallon consumer cans to 14-gallon wheeled fuel caddies and 32-gallon marine tanks.

Scepter generates revenue almost entirely through one-time hardware sales of containers, spouts, funnels, and replacement parts across three primary revenue streams: consumer fuel containers, marine fuel tanks and accessories, and military packaging solutions. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; retailers set consumer shelf prices while government and military customers procure through GSA Advantage and specialized distributors under contract terms. Distribution is multi-channel: major retail chains (Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe's, Amazon, Tractor Supply, Bass Pro Shops, West Marine, Camping World, AutoZone), industrial distributors (Grainger), and controlled military channels (GSA Advantage, DS Tactical, Container Authority, Princess Auto). Customer segments are vertically structured into consumer/homeowners, marine/boating (with OEM relationships to Mercury, Yamaha, BRP Johnson/Evinrude), and military/defense (US DoD and NATO Allied Forces). All manufacturing is governed by ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 17025 certifications, with products certified to ASTM F2517-17 child resistance, EPA, CARB, UN/DOT, and UN/NATO qualification standards. The company is a privately held subsidiary of Myers Industries Inc. (NYSE: MYE), which acquired it in 2014, with US operations added in the same year via a manufacturing facility in the American heartland.

Name

Scepter Corporation

Legal name

Scepter Canada Inc.

Website

https://scepter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Scepter Corporation, founded in 1949 and a subsidiary of Myers Industries since 2014, designs and manufactures blow-molded HDPE fuel, water, and ammunition containers for consumer, marine OEM, and military/defense customers across North America and beyond.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Scarborough

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Consumer Fuel Containers: One-time hardware sales of fuel cans ranging from 1-gallon to 14-gallon capacities, including SmartControl, Ameri-Can, and Duramax product lines. Revenue from accessories including spouts, funnels, and replacement parts.
2. Marine Fuel Tanks and Accessories: Portable marine fuel tanks (3-32 gallon capacities) and marine-specific accessories including connectors, primer bulbs, fuel lines, and motor flushers sold through marine retailers and directly to boat manufacturers.
3. Military Packaging Solutions: Large caliber ammunition containers, military fuel cans, and water containers for defense applications. Controlled distribution to military and government customers with custom specifications per end-user requirements.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels11 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Scepter Corporation manufactures molded plastic products, including consumer fuel containers (gas cans and water cans), marine fuel tanks and accessories, and military packaging such as ammunition containers and military-spec fuel and water cans. The company sells multiple proprietary brands — SmartControl, Ameri-Can, Duramax, Flo N' Go, and Neptune — through retail, marine OEM, and government/military channels. Founded in 1949 in Canada, Scepter pioneered blow molding of military-style fuel cans in the country.

Product overview

Scepter Corporation is a leading manufacturer of hazardous materials containers operating three distinct product lines: Consumer, Marine, and Military. The Consumer line includes SmartControl squeeze-controlled fuel containers (1-5 gallon), classic Ameri-Can gas cans with EasyFlo spouts, powered and wheeled fuel caddies (up to 14 gallons), and specialty containers for chainsaw fuel and water storage. The Marine division offers portable fuel tanks (3-12 gallons) with OEM and Neptune branded options, plus comprehensive marine accessories. The Military product line provides lightweight polymer ammunition containers (14-41% lighter than steel) for multiple calibers and military fuel/water containers. All products feature flame mitigation devices, child-safe designs, and comply with CARB/EPA, UN/DOT, and ASTM standards. The company operates as part of Myers Industries with operations in Canada and the USA since 1949.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SmartControl: Squeeze-controlled fuel container technology with flame mitigation device for consumer fuel handling
• Ameri-Can
• Duramax
• Flo N' Go
• Neptune
• Ameri-Can

Products and services

• SmartControl Fuel Containers Spill-proof gasoline and diesel fuel containers with proprietary SmartControl spout technology, sold to consumers for use with lawn equipment, vehicles, and outdoor power tools.
• Duramax Water Containers Heavy-duty portable water storage and transport containers for consumer and commercial use, including outdoor, camping, and emergency water storage.
• Ameri-Can Marine Fuel Tanks Plastic marine fuel tanks and accessories for OEM boat manufacturers and the marine aftermarket, including fuel pickup assemblies, caps, and tank fittings.
• Flo N' Go Fuel Transfer Tanks Portable fuel transfer tanks and refill products for automotive, marine, lawn and garden, and small-engine refueling applications.
• Neptune Marine Accessories Marine accessory products sold to OEMs and the marine aftermarket to complement Scepter's marine fuel tank line.
• Military Ammunition Containers Rugged molded plastic ammunition containers built to military specifications for storage and transport of munitions by armed forces.
• Military Fuel and Water Cans UN/NATO-spec military jerry cans for fuel and water, including Flame Mitigation Device (FMD) equipped models, sold to defense forces and government agencies.

Quantifiable outcome

• 14-41% lighter than traditional wood and steel packaging for military ammunition containers
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Future Market InsightsminorOthersMarket research firm that published the Jerry Cans market report projecting growth from USD 2.9 billion in 2025 to USD 5.6 billion by 2035. FMI identified Scepter as a player in the global Jerry Cans market space with technology-enabled solutions including RFID and IoT-enabled smart containers.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• No-Spill LLC: No-Spill manufactures specialty squeeze-to-pour fuel containers directly competing with Scepter's SmartControl line. Closest direct competitor in the premium child-resistant and spill-resistant portable gas can segment serving consumer and small commercial markets.
• Moeller Marine Products: Moeller manufactures portable marine fuel tanks, fuel system components, and boat accessories, competing directly with Scepter in the portable marine fuel tank category sold through West Marine, Bass Pro, and boat OEMs.
• Attwood Marine Products (Dometic): Attwood (now part of Dometic) produces portable marine fuel tanks, fuel line assemblies, and marine accessories directly overlapping with Scepter's Neptune marine fuel tank line and OEM business serving boat builders.
• Husky Corporation: Husky produces portable fuel containers and dispensing accessories sold through retail and automotive channels. Overlaps with Scepter in basic consumer gas cans and dispensing products for DIY and small contractor use.
• SureCan LLC: SureCan produces premium flexible-spout fuel containers with thumb-trigger control, directly competing with Scepter's SmartControl and Ameri-Can product lines in the consumer and professional user segments.
• Wedco (Ammunition Containers): Wedco specializes in military-grade ammunition and explosives containers, competing with Scepter's large caliber ammunition container line in the defense packaging market for NATO and allied forces.
• Blitz (BlitzPatent GMBH): Blitz is a European-based manufacturer of plastic fuel cans and jerry cans serving consumer, military, and industrial markets. Direct global competitor to Scepter, particularly in European military fuel container programs.
• Camco Manufacturing: Camco manufactures RV, marine, and outdoor products including fuel containers, water hoses, and accessories. Overlaps with Scepter in portable fuel and water containers, particularly in the RV and marine retail channels.

Others

• Myers Industries (Parent): Myers Industries (NYSE: MYE) is Scepter's publicly-traded parent company, a diversified manufacturer of polymer products including material handling, automotive aftermarket, and fluid management. Useful as a comparable for parent-level capital allocation context and segment performance benchmarking.

Broad incumbents

• Pelican Products: Pelican is a large established manufacturer of high-performance protective cases, containers, and packaging across consumer, industrial, and defense markets. Overlaps with Scepter in rugged protective/military packaging and tactical container categories, though Pelican is much larger and broader in scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance17 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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