New IBC Totes for Sale
Unused IBC totes for applications that call for a container with no prior contents. Tell us what you need and a partner supplier in our network follows up with a quote.
Request New IBC Totes
Request a quote on new IBC containers from partner suppliers.
When to Choose New Over Used or Reconditioned
Used and reconditioned IBC totes are cost-effective for many applications, but some uses call for a new container. New IBC totes are worth considering when:
- No prior contents are allowed: Some applications require a container that has never held another product. Check current regulations with your local authorities.
- Cross-contamination is a concern: When trace residues from previous contents are unacceptable, a new tote removes that question.
- Maximum service life matters: A new tote has no prior UV exposure, stress, or wear on the bottle or cage.
- Customer or client specifications: Some contracts and supply chain agreements specify that only new packaging is acceptable.
If your application does not require a new container, consider used IBC totes or reconditioned IBC totes, which generally cost less.
New IBC Tote Specifications
| Specification | 275 Gallon | 330 Gallon |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (liters) | ~1,000 L | ~1,250 L |
| Footprint (approx.) | 40" x 48" | 40" x 48" |
| Bottle Material | HDPE | HDPE |
| Cage Material | Steel | Steel |
| Valve Size (common) | 2" butterfly / ball | 2" butterfly / ball |
| Fill Opening (common) | 6" lid | 6" lid |
| Pallet Type | Steel / Composite / Plastic | Steel / Composite / Plastic |
Exact specifications vary by manufacturer; ask the partner supplier for the details of the totes you are quoted.
Materials and Construction
Most new composite IBC totes share the same basic construction:
- HDPE Bottle: The inner container is blow-molded from high-density polyethylene, which resists many chemicals and impacts.
- Steel Cage: The outer cage is welded tubular steel, often galvanized, providing structural support, stackability, and forklift handling.
- Pallet Base: Steel, composite, or plastic pallet bases allow forklift and pallet jack handling.
- Valve and Lid: A bottom discharge valve (commonly 2-inch butterfly or ball style) and a top fill cap (commonly 6-inch) for filling and dispensing.
Configuration Options
Partner suppliers may be able to fit valves, fittings, or accessories on request. Options to ask about include:
Valve Options
Butterfly valves, ball valves, or camlock fittings, plus adapters for your existing fill and dispensing equipment.
Lid and Vent Options
Standard screw caps, vented lids, or dust caps to suit your fill system.
Bottle Color
Natural (translucent) bottles are common. Other colors may be available depending on the supplier.
Liners
Disposable inner liners can add a barrier between the product and the HDPE bottle wall.
Built New, Designed for Reuse
IBC totes are designed to be refilled, reconditioned, and reused over their lifespan. A new tote is not a single-use container — it can serve your operation for years before being reconditioned or recycled.
When your totes eventually reach end of life, ABC IBC can connect you with partner suppliers for replacement parts, reconditioning, or recycling. Reusing a tote avoids manufacturing a new one.
Explore Other Options
Looking for a lower-cost option? Used and reconditioned totes generally cost less than new.