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Shielded & Opaque Bottles for Outdoor Exposure
UV-protected IBC totes are designed for applications involving outdoor exposure, helping protect compatible contents from ultraviolet light. Opaque and shielded bottle options are available, and storage conditions should be reviewed before use.
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Built For Outdoors
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UV Protection
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Shielded Bottle Options
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Water-Treatment Ready
Overview
Composite totes specified for outdoor staging and yard storage, where sunlight would otherwise degrade light-sensitive contents. Opaque or shielded bottle options block UV, and are used in selected water-treatment applications.
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One tote holds roughly five drums of volume within a single pallet position.
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Translucent HDPE bottles let operators read volume without opening the tote.
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Integrated pallet base with four-way access options for fast yard movement.
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Reconditioned units suit process water and wastewater where potable status is not required.
Specifications
Nominal Capacity
275 & 330 U.S. gallons (1,040 / 1,250 Liters)
Bottle Material
UV-Shielded or Opaque 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 available
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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Both sizes share a pallet footprint, so choose on height, weight rating, and clearance.
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Reconditioned totes suit non-potable process water; confirm previous contents and cleaning history.
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Specify shielded or opaque bottles when totes will be stored or staged outdoors.
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Match the outlet to your pump, hose, or gravity-feed connection.
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.
Can IBC totes be stacked?
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Many rigid IBC totes are designed to be stacked under specified conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's stacking, weight, and storage instructions for your configuration and contents.
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 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.
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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