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Find the right IBC tote

Find the right IBC tote for your product in three quick questions. Compare new, reconditioned, food-grade and UN-rated poly and stainless totes by use, condition and compliance, with guidance from our packaging specialists.

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Step 1 of 3
01What you're storing
02New or reused
03Hazardous?

What are you packaging?

Not sure? Help me decide
Food & ingredients
FDA / food-grade
Chemicals
solvents, acids, bases
Paint & coatings
resins, pigments
Pharma & high-purity
sanitary, CIP-ready
Powders & solids
dry goods, granules
Waste & recycling
collection, disposal
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Your result

Your recommended IBC tote

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New Food-Grade IBC Tote

Why this fits you
An FDA-grade, never-used bottle keeps food and beverage safe.
A new, never-previously-filled bottle is required for food contact.
Poly bottle in a reusable galvanized cage, in 275 or 330 gallon.
275 / 330 galHDPE bottle-in-cageFood-gradeNew
Or consider
Stainless-Steel IBC ToteA reusable sanitary tank for repeat food or pharma batches.See details →
New IBC ToteA standard virgin-bottle tote for non-food liquids.See details →
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Compare IBC tote types

Know what you need? Filter and compare the full IBC tote range side by side.

All typesNewReconditionedFood-gradeUN-ratedStainless
HDPE IBC tote

HDPE IBC Tote

Best for general non-hazardous liquids and chemicals

Chemical-resistant bottle-in-cage
!Not for high heat
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New food-grade IBC tote

New Food-Grade IBC Tote

Best for food, beverage and ingredient fills needing certified resin

FDA-grade bottle, never used
!Premium pricing
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New IBC tote

New IBC Tote

Best for first-use fills needing full service life

Never previously filled
!Higher cost than reconditioned
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UV-protected IBC tote

UV-Protected IBC Tote

Best for light-sensitive products stored outdoors

Blocks UV degradation
!Opaque (no fill visibility)
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UN-rated IBC tote

UN-Rated IBC Tote

Best for regulated hazardous liquids certified for transport

Certified for hazmat shipping
!Requires certified fittings
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Stainless steel IBC tote

Stainless-Steel IBC Tote

Best for corrosive, high-purity or high-temp liquids

Corrosion-proof, sanitary, reusable
!Highest upfront cost
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Reconditioned IBC tote

Reconditioned IBC Tote

Best for cost-sensitive industrial reuse

Lower cost, cleaned and tested
!Cosmetic wear on cage
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Reman rebottled IBC tote

Reman / Rebottled IBC Tote

Best for a reused cage fitted with a brand-new bottle

New bottle, value pricing
!Cage shows prior use
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275 gallon IBC tote

275 Gallon IBC Tote

Best for standard bulk volume on a pallet-friendly footprint

Most common size, easy to source
!Less volume per tote than 330
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330 gallon IBC tote

330 Gallon IBC Tote

Best for maximum volume per footprint

More product per tote
!Heavier and taller when full
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FAQ

IBC tote FAQs

What is an IBC tote?+

An IBC (intermediate bulk container) is a reusable tote for bulk liquids, typically an HDPE bottle inside a galvanized steel cage on an integrated pallet. Novvia stocks poly and stainless IBCs in 275 and 330 gallon sizes, both new and reconditioned.

What is the difference between new, reconditioned and reman IBC totes?+

A new tote has a virgin bottle that has never been filled. A reconditioned tote reuses a cleaned and tested bottle at lower cost. A reman (rebottled) tote fits a brand-new bottle into a reused cage, giving you new-bottle cleanliness at a value price.

Which IBC totes are food-grade?+

New food-grade totes are molded from FDA-compliant virgin resin for direct contact with food, beverage and ingredients. Food and beverage fills require a new, never-used bottle. Reconditioned totes are for industrial products only.

What size are IBC totes?+

The two standard sizes are 275 and 330 gallon. Both sit on a roughly 40x48-inch pallet footprint; the 330 is taller and heavier when full. Our team can confirm exact dimensions and cage height for your line.

Are IBC totes UN-rated for hazardous materials?+

Yes. UN-rated IBC totes are certified for shipping regulated hazardous liquids. The rating depends on the certified bottle, valve and fittings as a complete package, so confirm the full configuration with our specialists.

Poly or stainless-steel IBC: which do I need?+

Poly (HDPE) bottle-in-cage totes handle most non-hazardous and general chemical liquids at the lowest cost. Stainless-steel IBCs are corrosion-proof, sanitary and reusable, the choice for corrosive, high-purity or high-temperature products.

Where can I buy IBC totes near me?+

Novvia distributes new and reconditioned IBC totes nationwide from locations across the country. Visit our locations page or talk to a specialist to find stock and delivery near you.

What are IBC totes used for?

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IBC totes carry bulk liquids: chemicals, food and beverage ingredients, lubricants, water treatment and more. The right bottle, condition and certification depend on your product, so use the finder above or talk to a specialist for a recommendation.

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