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Buy Used IBC Totes in Burlington, VT
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72 IBC Totes listings within 500 miles of Burlington, VT. Prices range from $10.38 to $252.92 per unit.
IBC Totes Prices in Vermont
What buyers pay by condition
| Condition | Avg. Price |
|---|---|
| New | $73.43 |
| Rebottled | $178.73 |
| Reconditioned | $184.00 |
| Rinsed | $39.91 |
| Triple Rinsed | $97.18 |
| Used | $38.47 |
| Dirty | $25.08 |
| Damaged | $11.54 |
About Burlington
Burlington Supplier & Recycler of Used IBC Totes
How to Buy Used IBC Totes in Burlington, Vermont - Save Money and Store More
What you'll gain from this guide: Learn how to buy quality used IBC totes at 72% below previous prices, find reliable suppliers, and choose the right container for your needs.
What Are IBC Totes?
IBC totes are large plastic tanks that hold 275 or 330 gallons of liquid. Think of them as giant water bottles with steel cages around them. They sit on pallets, so you can move them with a forklift.
These containers replace five to six regular 55-gallon drums but take up less space. That means more storage in the same area.
Why Buy Used IBC Totes?
Save serious money. Used IBC totes in Vermont cost an average of $36 each - that's 72% less than before. New ones cost much more.
Get what you need fast. Many suppliers keep used totes in stock and can deliver quickly.
Help the environment. Reusing containers keeps them out of landfills.
Types You Can Buy
Start with the cheapest option that works for your needs:
Used dirty totes: $60-$85 each
Previous contents cleaned out but not deep-cleaned
Good for non-food uses like storing water for construction
Used food-grade rinsed: Around $80 each
Previously held food products
Rinsed clean
Good for most applications
Reconditioned: About $120 each
Thoroughly cleaned and inspected
Like buying a used car that's been detailed
Best for food or sensitive materials
Real-World Uses in Vermont
Maple syrup producers use them to store sap and finished syrup.
Construction crews fill them with water for dust control and concrete mixing.
Breweries store ingredients and finished products.
Farmers use them for liquid fertilizer and animal water systems.
Garden centers store liquid plant food and irrigation water.
How to Choose the Right Tote
Ask yourself these questions:
What will you store? Food products need food-grade containers.
How much space do you have? 275-gallon totes are more common and easier to handle.
How many do you need? Buying 10 or more usually gets you a discount.
Can a forklift reach the storage area? These weigh about 140 pounds empty.
Where to Buy in Burlington
Several suppliers serve the Burlington area. RePackify offers sustainable packaging solutions with flexible delivery from 7 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday.
Most suppliers offer:
Free quotes
Delivery service
Bulk discounts
Various container conditions
Simple Buying Process
Step 1: Call three suppliers for prices. Prices change based on supply.
Step 2: Tell them exactly what you need:
How many containers
What condition (dirty, rinsed, reconditioned)
What you'll store in them
When you need delivery
Step 3: Ask about delivery costs. Some include it, others charge extra.
Step 4: Buy more than you think you need if you get a bulk discount. You'll likely find more uses.
Step 5: Inspect containers when they arrive. Good suppliers replace damaged ones.
Money-Saving Tips
Buy in fall and winter. Demand drops, so prices often fall too.
Consider "dirty" totes if you'll clean them anyway. You can save $20-40 per container.
Ask about pickup discounts. Some suppliers charge less if you pick up containers yourself.
Check what previous contents were. Containers that held soap are easier to clean than those that held motor oil.
Red Flags to Avoid
Prices that seem too good. Very cheap containers might be damaged or contaminated.
No inspection period. Good suppliers let you check containers before finalizing the purchase.
Unclear about previous contents. You need to know what was stored before.
No delivery options. These containers are heavy and awkward to transport.
Getting Started Today
Measure your space to see how many containers fit
List what you'll store to determine the condition you need
Call suppliers and compare prices for the same condition and quantity
Start with fewer containers to test if they work for your needs
Plan for growth - you'll probably want more later
The Vermont market offers good prices and reliable suppliers. Start small, buy smart, and you'll have an efficient storage solution that saves money for years.
Bottom line: At current Vermont prices, used IBC totes cost less than building equivalent storage and work better than multiple smaller containers.
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.