PALLETIZED. STACKABLE. BUILT FOR BULK LIQUIDS.
Rated Configurations for Eligible Regulated Products
UN-rated IBC totes are available in configurations approved for eligible regulated products, including many oils and petroleum-based liquids above their classification threshold. Durable palletized construction is built for industrial transportation environments.
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UN-Rated Configurations
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For Regulated Liquids
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Palletized Build
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Valve & Closure Options
Overview
Rated composite totes for compatible regulated liquids, with multiple valve and closure options to match filling and dispensing. Flash point and classification determine whether your product needs the rating in the first place.
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Gravity-fed 2-inch outlet drains cleanly and reduces residual product.
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HDPE bottle stands up to base oils, additive packages, and petroleum-based products.
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One tote consolidates roughly five drums of lubricant into a single unit.
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Galvanized cage and pallet base built for repeat plant and shop handling.
Specifications
Nominal Capacity
275 & 330 U.S. gallons (1,040 / 1,250 Liters)
Bottle Material
UN-Rated Blow-Molded 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, or Camlock
UN Certification
UN 31HA1/Y (Packing Groups II & III)
Condition
New or rebottled
Common Uses
Bulk Liquid Ingredients
Edible Oils & Syrups
Industrial Chemicals
Acids & Caustics
Cleaning Products
Water Treatment Chemicals
Process Water & Wastewater
Oils & Lubricants
Hazardous Liquids
How to spec yours
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Confirm HDPE or stainless suitability for your base oil, additive package, and temperature.
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Heavier lubricants drain faster through a 2-inch butterfly valve than a standard ball valve.
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Reconditioned totes work for non-sensitive lubricants; specify rebottled for cleaner service.
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Flash point and classification determine whether a UN-rated tote is required.
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 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.
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.
Are IBC totes reusable?
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Many IBC totes can be reused, rebottled, or reconditioned when permitted by the container design, previous contents, inspection requirements, and intended application. Stainless-steel IBCs are built specifically for repeated closed-loop service.
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.
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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