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Cleaned & Inspected for Compatible Industrial Liquids
Reconditioned IBC totes use a previously used bottle and cage that have been cleaned, inspected, and prepared for reuse. They are the most cost-effective option for compatible industrial liquids, and are not automatically suitable for food, pharmaceutical, or potable-water use.
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Reused Bottle & Cage
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Cleaned & Inspected
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Cost-Effective
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275 & 330 Gal
Overview
Previously used composite totes washed, inspected, and returned to service for compatible non-sensitive industrial liquids. The lowest unit cost in the line-up and the strongest reuse story, provided previous contents and cleaning history are verified for your product.
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Blow-molded HDPE bottle resists a broad range of acids, caustics, and cleaners.
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Welded tubular frame with an integrated pallet base absorbs handling and stacking loads.
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Ball, butterfly, and camlock outlets matched to viscosity and facility connections.
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Three condition tiers let you match contamination risk to budget.
Specifications
Nominal Capacity
275 & 330 U.S. gallons (1,040 / 1,250 Liters)
Bottle Material
Reconditioned HDPE
Cage & Pallet
Galvanized Steel Cage / Composite Pallet Base
Height
46 in / 53 in (1,168 / 1,346 mm)
Footprint
48 x 40 in (1,219 x 1,016 mm)
Empty Weight
115 - 155 lbs (52 - 70 kg)
Fill
6 in (150 mm) and 9 in (225 mm) Fill Cap
Valve Options
Ball, Butterfly, Camlock, or Quick Disconnect
UN Certification
Available in both non-UN and UN-rated configurations; UN-rated units subject to inspection
Condition
Used bottle and cage, cleaned and inspected
Common Uses
Bulk Liquid Ingredients
Industrial Chemicals
Acids & Caustics
Cleaning Products
Water Treatment Chemicals
Process Water & Wastewater
Oils & Lubricants
Hazardous Liquids
How to spec yours
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Verify HDPE resistance at your concentration and temperature to prevent permeation or stress cracking.
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Match bottle condition to your contamination tolerance and budget.
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Ball valves for thin liquids, butterfly for viscous product, camlock for quick connections.
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Confirm whether your material classification requires a UN-rated tote before ordering.
Compare
Type
Best For
Key Benefit
Consideration
New IBC Tote
First-use fills where cleanliness and full service life matter
Higher cost than reconditioned
Never previously filled
New Food-Grade IBC Tote
Food, beverage, and ingredient fills needing a certified virgin bottle
Premium pricing
FDA-grade, never used
Reconditioned IBC Tote
Cost-sensitive industrial reuse with a cleaned, tested bottle
Cosmetic wear on cage
Lower cost, tested & cleaned
Reman / Rebottled IBC Tote
Reused cage fitted with a brand-new bottle
Cage shows prior use
New bottle, value pricing
UN-Rated IBC Tote
Regulated hazardous liquids certified for transport
Requires certified fittings
Certified for hazmat shipping
HDPE IBC Tote
General non-hazardous liquids and chemicals
Not for high heat
Chemical-resistant bottle-in-cage
Stainless-Steel IBC Tote
Corrosive, high-purity, or high-temp liquids needing a reusable tank
Highest upfront cost
Corrosion-proof, sanitary, reusable
UV-Protected IBC Tote
Light-sensitive products stored or shipped outdoors
Opaque — no fill visibility
Blocks UV degradation
275-Gallon IBC Tote
Standard bulk volume with a compact, pallet-friendly footprint
Less volume per tote than 330
Most common size, easy to source
330-Gallon IBC Tote
Maximum volume per footprint
Heavier and taller when full
More product per tote
Related Products
What is an IBC tote?
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An IBC tote, or intermediate bulk container, is a palletized industrial container used to store, transport, and dispense bulk liquids, pastes, powders, or granular materials. The common composite version is an HDPE bottle inside a galvanized steel cage on an integrated pallet base.
What is the difference between a new, rebottled, and reconditioned IBC tote?
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A new IBC tote uses a new bottle, cage, and pallet. A rebottled IBC generally combines a new inner bottle with a reused and inspected cage. A reconditioned IBC generally uses a previously used bottle and cage that have been cleaned and inspected.
What does UN-rated IBC tote mean?
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A UN-rated IBC tote has been manufactured and tested to a specific hazardous-material packaging standard. The rating must still be checked against the product's classification, packing group, density, and transportation requirements.
What valve should I choose for an IBC tote?
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Common options include ball valves, butterfly valves, camlock connections, and threaded outlets. The correct valve depends on product viscosity, flow requirements, chemical compatibility, and facility connections.
What are the most common IBC tote sizes?
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The most common rigid composite IBC tote capacities are 275 gallons and 330 gallons. Both generally use a comparable pallet footprint, so the practical difference is overall height, filled weight, and volume per pallet position.
How should IBC totes be stored and transported?
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IBC totes sit on an integrated pallet for forklift and pallet-jack handling and store efficiently within a standard footprint. Follow the manufacturer's stacking, weight, and temperature guidance for your specific configuration and contents.
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