Abstract: A nestable bulk container made of metal, plastic, wood or combinations thereof, of frustum-like shape and conical, rectangular or square walls. The top of each container has a reinforcing plate therearound forming a rim which includes a lifting lug. Each container has a lid adapted to fit in the rim when the container is in use, the lid having ribs, and closure parts passing therethrough and adapted to engage openings in the rim. The main application of the invention is a returnable container for the shipping of bulk goods with each container having a 1/4 ton to four ton capacity.