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UV-Protected IBC Tote

PALLETIZED. STACKABLE. BUILT FOR BULK LIQUIDS.

UV-Protected IBC Tote

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.

UV Resistant
Corrosion-Resistant
Leak Resistance
Chemical Resistant

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.

Space-Efficient Volume

One tote holds roughly five drums of volume within a single pallet position.

Fill-Level Visibility

Translucent HDPE bottles let operators read volume without opening the tote.

Forklift & Pallet-Jack Ready

Integrated pallet base with four-way access options for fast yard movement.

Non-Potable Service

Reconditioned units suit process water and wastewater where potable status is not required.

Common Uses

Bulk Liquid Ingredients

Edible Oils & Syrups

Industrial Chemicals

Acids & Caustics

Cleaning Products

Water Treatment Chemicals

Process Water & Wastewater

Oils & Lubricants

Hazardous Liquids

Specifications

Nominal Capacity275 & 330 U.S. gallons (1,040 / 1,250 Liters)
Bottle MaterialUV-Shielded or Opaque HDPE
Cage & PalletGalvanized Steel Cage / Composite Pallet Base
Height46 in / 53 in (1,168 / 1,346 mm)
Footprint48 x 40 in (1,219 x 1,016 mm)
Empty Weight115 - 155 lbs (52 - 70 kg)
Fill / Discharge6 in (150 mm) Fill Cap / 2 in (50 mm) NPT Outlet
Valve OptionsBall, Butterfly, or Camlock
UN CertificationUN 31HA1/Y available
ConditionNew or rebottled
UN-Rated Options
Capacity & Footprint

Both sizes share a pallet footprint, so choose on height, weight rating, and clearance.

Condition Tier

Reconditioned totes suit non-potable process water; confirm previous contents and cleaning history.

UV Exposure

Specify shielded or opaque bottles when totes will be stored or staged outdoors.

Discharge Fitting

Match the outlet to your pump, hose, or gravity-feed connection.

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Compare Drum Materials

IBC Type
Best For
Key Benefit
Consideration
Stainless-Steel IBC
High-purity, pharma, food, aggressive chemistry
Sanitary, reusable, temperature tolerant
Highest upfront investment
Rebottled IBC Tote
Food-grade & cost-conscious industrial liquids
New bottle on an inspected cage
Cage carries cosmetic wear
Reconditioned IBC Tote
Compatible non-food liquids, waste, wastewater
Lowest unit cost, supports reuse
Previous contents must be verified

Steel drum faqs

What is an IBC tote?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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.