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91 IBC Totes listings within 500 miles of Orangeburg, SC. Prices range from $9.60 to $235.20 per unit.

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Find Used IBC Totes in Orangeburg, SC: Save Money on Bulk Storage

You'll learn: Where to buy quality used IBC totes in Orangeburg, what to look for, and how to get the best prices for your storage needs.

Why Buy Used IBC Totes?

Used IBC totes cost 50-70% less than new ones. You get the same storage capacity for chemicals, water, or food products. Many used totes work just as well as new ones after proper cleaning.

What Are IBC Totes?

IBC stands for Intermediate Bulk Container. These are large plastic containers that hold liquids. Most common sizes:

  • 275 gallons

  • 330 gallons

They have a metal cage around them for protection. They stack easily and have a valve at the bottom for easy emptying.

Where to Find Used IBC Totes in Orangeburg

RePackify (Local Orangeburg Marketplace)

RePackify connects buyers and sellers in Orangeburg area.

Coverage:

  • ZIP codes 29115-29118

  • Local pickup and delivery

What they offer:

  • 275-gallon totes

  • 330-gallon totes

  • Different condition levels

  • Bulk quantities available

Conditions available:

  • Used non-food grade (cheapest option)

  • Reconditioned (cleaned and inspected)

  • Triple-rinsed food-grade (safest for food use)

How to buy:

  • Request a quote online

  • They coordinate delivery to your location

Other Local Sources

Bulk damaged lots: Sometimes you can find large quantities of damaged totes. Example: 257 damaged 275-gallon totes were recently available in Orangeburg (ZIP 29118).

Good for:

  • Scrap metal value

  • Rainwater collection projects

  • Parts for repairs

Note: You arrange your own shipping for these deals.

Types of Used IBC Totes

Food-Grade Totes

Best for: Storing drinking water, food ingredients, or anything that touches food.

What makes them food-grade:

  • Previously held food products only

  • Triple-rinsed and sanitized

  • Meet FDA standards

Cost: Most expensive used option

Non-Food Grade Totes

Best for: Chemicals, automotive fluids, industrial uses.

What to know:

  • Previously held non-food chemicals

  • May have residue or odors

  • Much cheaper than food-grade

Cost: Least expensive option

Reconditioned Totes

Best for: When you want reliability but don't need food-grade.

What's included:

  • Cleaned inside and out

  • New gaskets and seals

  • Valve tested

  • Cage inspected for damage

Cost: Middle price range

What to Check Before You Buy

Inspect the Container

  • Look for cracks in the plastic

  • Check the valve works properly

  • Make sure the cap seals tight

  • Examine the metal cage for rust or damage

Ask About Previous Contents

  • What was stored in it before?

  • Was it properly cleaned?

  • Are there any safety data sheets available?

Test Before Using

  • Fill with water first to check for leaks

  • Smell the inside for chemical odors

  • Check that the valve doesn't drip

Getting the Best Price

Buy in Bulk

  • Prices drop when you buy multiple totes

  • Ask about truckload discounts

  • Split orders with other businesses

Consider Condition vs. Price

  • Food-grade costs more but safer for some uses

  • Non-food grade works fine for many applications

  • Reconditioned offers good middle ground

Compare Total Costs

  • Include delivery fees

  • Factor in cleaning time if needed

  • Consider your time for pickup vs. delivery

Pricing Examples

Typical price ranges in Orangeburg:

  • Non-food grade: $75-$150 each

  • Reconditioned: $150-$250 each

  • Food-grade: $200-$350 each

Bulk discounts:

  • 10+ totes: 10-15% off

  • 25+ totes: 15-20% off

  • Full truckload: 20-25% off

Common Uses for IBC Totes

Around the home:

  • Rainwater collection

  • Emergency water storage

  • Compost tea brewing

For businesses:

  • Chemical storage

  • Liquid ingredient storage

  • Waste collection

On farms:

  • Fertilizer storage

  • Water for livestock

  • Liquid feed storage

Questions to Ask Sellers

Before you buy, ask:

  • What was previously stored in this tote?

  • Has it been cleaned? How?

  • Are there any cracks or damage?

  • Do you offer delivery?

  • What's your return policy?

  • Can I inspect before buying?

Final Tips

Start simple: If you're new to IBC totes, buy one reconditioned unit first. Learn how to use it before buying more.

Plan for cleaning: Even "clean" used totes may need additional rinsing for your specific use.

Consider your space: These totes are large. Make sure you have room for delivery and storage.

Build relationships: Good suppliers will help you find exactly what you need and notify you of new inventory.

The key is matching the right condition tote to your specific needs. You don't need food-grade for storing automotive fluids, but you absolutely need it for drinking water storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are standard IBC tote dimensions?

A 275-gallon (1,000 L) tote is 40" x 48" x 46" and a 330-gallon (1,250 L) tote is 40" x 48" x 53". Both share the 48" x 40" GMA footprint; whether a filled tote can go in a rack depends on its base (steel or plastic pallet, or composite) and on rated rack decking, never on bare beams. The 550-gallon size is 47" x 41" x 70".

How much does an IBC tote weigh?

Empty, a 275-gallon composite tote weighs 118 to 145 lbs and a 330-gallon tote 130 to 160 lbs. Filled with water, including the tare, a 275-gallon tote is about 2,400 lbs and a 330-gallon tote about 2,900 lbs, so a full tote needs a forklift or a pallet jack rated above that gross weight, moved on a level dock or truck bed.

What is the difference between rebottled, reconditioned, rinsed, and used totes?

Rebottled means a brand-new inner bottle in a used cage, the closest thing to new. Reconditioned totes are professionally cleaned, pressure-tested, and inspected. Rinsed totes were cleaned but not certified. Used totes are sold as-is and uncleaned, with prior contents disclosed when the seller knows them; all 4 grades apply to any size, and the standard 275- and 330-gallon composite totes sit on the same 48" x 40" cage base while the 550-gallon tote is 47" x 41".

Can I use a used IBC tote for drinking water or food?

Drinking water needs a new or rebottled bottle with NSF/ANSI 61-rated components; food-grade history and a reconditioner's cleaning do not make a used bottle potable. Food contact short of drinking water needs the reconditioner's food-grade certification on a rebottled tote or a reconditioned tote whose prior contents were food-grade. Grade and history alone are not enough; rinsed and as-is used totes are for non-potable use, and a tote that held chemicals or oils cannot be certified food-safe by rinsing because HDPE absorbs some of what it holds. Listings show prior contents where the seller knows them, and a certified 275-gallon rebottled tote is the usual choice for potable water.

How many IBC totes fit on a truck?

A 53-foot dry van carries up to 60 empty 275- or 330-gallon totes double-stacked on its 26 to 30 floor positions, but only when the second tier is built inside the trailer, because two 53" 330s are 106" against a 105" rear door and, on a standard 60" flatbed deck, reach 166" against the 162" legal height (a step deck's 36" lower deck keeps the stack near 142"), while two 46" 275s stack to 92" and roll in pre-built; the 70" tall 550-gallon tote cannot double-stack under a 110" ceiling, so it caps at 30 empty. Filled totes are weight-bound: 18 of the 275-gallon size (about 2,400 lbs each) or 15 of the 330-gallon size (about 2,900 lbs) reach the 45,000-lb payload. One 275-gallon tote replaces roughly five 55-gallon drums, so a tote load moves far more volume per pallet position.