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Buy Used IBC Totes in Austin, TX

IBC Totes listed by sellers in and around Austin, TX.

in Austin
1
listings within 500 miles
34
typical price per IBC tote at pickup
$36.32–$61.29

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IBC tote prices in Texas

Average listed price per unit, by condition

New
$75.63
Rebottled
$52.94
Reconditioned
$49.16
Rinsed
$37.82
Triple Rinsed
$41.60
Used
$73.38
Dirty
$25.22
Damaged
$12.61
IBC tote price index for Texas

About Austin

Buying ibc totes in Austin

Save Money on Bulk Storage: Your Guide to Buying Used IBC Totes in Austin

Why This Guide Helps You

Reading this guide will help you:

  • Save 50-80% compared to new containers

  • Find reliable local suppliers in Austin

  • Choose the right size and condition for your needs

  • Avoid costly mistakes when buying used totes

What Are IBC Totes?

IBC stands for Intermediate Bulk Container. Think of them as big plastic tanks inside metal cages. They hold liquids - usually 275 or 330 gallons.

One 275-gallon tote replaces five 55-gallon drums. This saves space in your warehouse and makes moving liquids easier.

How Much You'll Pay

Used IBC totes in Austin cost $10 to $60 each. The price depends on:

Previous contents

Food-grade totes cost more than chemical totes

Condition

Clean, tested totes cost more than "as-is" totes

Quantity

Buy 12 or more to get better prices

Example

A food-grade tote might cost $50, while one that held soap could cost $20.

Types Available in Austin

By Condition

Used (As-Is): $10-25 each

  • Good for waste collection or non-critical uses

  • May have stains or odors

  • No warranty

Reconditioned: $25-45 each

  • Cleaned, inspected, and repaired

  • Bad parts replaced

  • Some warranty included

Rebottled: $35-60 each

  • New plastic bottle with used cage

  • Like getting a new tote at half price

  • Best reliability for the money

By Previous Contents

Food-Grade: $40-60 each

  • Held things like juice, wine, or syrup

  • Triple-cleaned and sterilized

  • Safe for water storage

Chemical-Grade: $15-35 each

  • Held soap, cleaning products, or industrial chemicals

  • Good for non-food uses

  • Usually cheaper

Where to Buy in Austin

RePackify

  • Stocks both 275 and 330-gallon tanks

  • Offers reconditioned and food-grade options

  • Delivers to Austin ZIP codes: 78701-78705, 78721-78725

  • Open Monday-Friday, 6 AM to 4 PM

  • Handles both small and large orders

Local Options

Several other suppliers operate in Austin, but availability and quality vary. Most require 12-tote minimums and offer delivery services.

Choosing the Right Size

275 Gallons

  • Fits through standard doorways

  • Easier to move when full

  • Good for smaller operations

330 Gallons

  • Better value per gallon

  • Takes up same floor space

  • Choose this if you have forklift access

What to Check Before Buying

Ask these questions:

What was stored in it before?

Has it been cleaned?

Are all valves working?

Is the cage damaged?

What warranty comes with it?

Red flags: Avoid totes that held pesticides, herbicides, or fracking chemicals. The contamination risk isn't worth the savings.

Getting Them Delivered

Most suppliers deliver in Austin. Expect:

Small orders (12-20 totes): Extra $15 per tote

Full truck (24+ totes): Better rates, sometimes free delivery

Lead time

1-5 business days

Tip

Order early. Good used totes sell quickly, especially food-grade ones.

Making Them Last

Your used IBC totes will last longer if you:

  • Keep them out of direct sunlight (UV damages plastic)

  • Don't overfill them

  • Clean them between different liquids

  • Check valves regularly for leaks

A well-maintained used tote can last 5-10 years.

Environmental Benefits

Buying used totes keeps them out of landfills. Austin has recycling programs for IBC totes that can't be reused. Some companies even pay small amounts for damaged totes they can recycle.

Quick Action Steps

Figure out your needs

How many gallons? What will you store?

Set your budget

Used totes range $10-60 each

Call suppliers

Ask about current stock and delivery

Inspect before buying

Check for damage or strong odors

Plan for delivery

Make sure you have forklift or pallet jack access

Common Questions

Q: Are used totes safe for drinking water?

A: Only buy food-grade totes that have been properly cleaned. Even then, most people use them for non-potable water.

Q: How long do they last?

A: 5-10 years with proper care. The plastic bottle usually wears out before the metal cage.

Q: Can I return them if there's a problem?

A: This varies by supplier. Ask about return policies before buying.

Bottom line: Used IBC totes offer great value for bulk liquid storage. Buy from reputable suppliers, inspect before purchase, and you'll save money while getting containers that last for years.

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.