Used IBC Totes,
New Purpose.
Buy, sell, recycle, and repurpose used IBC totes across the Southeast US. Save money and the planet.
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Fill out the form and our team will craft a personalized quote just for you.
24-Hour Response
Every inquiry gets a personal reply.
No Obligations
Free quotes, zero pressure.
Eco-First
120 lbs saved per tote recycled.
What Is an IBC Tote?
An Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) tote is a reusable industrial container for storing and transporting liquids and granular materials. It consists of a blow-molded HDPE plastic bottle inside a welded galvanized steel cage, mounted on a pallet base. The standard 275-gallon model replaces five 55-gallon drums while using less floor space.
IBC totes are used across every industry that handles bulk liquids — food and beverage, chemical manufacturing, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, paints, and more. They are also increasingly popular for residential applications like rainwater collection, aquaponics, and emergency water storage.
The HDPE bottle is FDA-approved for food contact, resistant to most chemicals, and can withstand years of repeated use. The steel cage protects against impact, enables forklift handling, and allows stacking up to two totes high when full. A standard 2-inch butterfly valve at the bottom provides controlled dispensing.
Full Lifecycle Services
From acquisition to recycling, we handle every stage of an IBC tote's lifecycle with sustainability at the core.
How It Works
Request a Quote
Tell us what you need — quantity, size, grade, and delivery location. We respond within 24 hours with pricing and availability.
We Inspect & Prepare
Every tote is inspected, graded, and prepared to your specifications. Reconditioned totes go through our 6-step cleaning and restoration process.
Delivery or Pickup
We deliver to your dock or you can pick up from our Fort Walton Beach facility. Free delivery for qualifying bulk orders in our service area.
Reuse & Return
Use your totes as long as you need. When you are done, we buy them back or recycle them — closing the loop and keeping materials out of the landfill.
Making a Measurable Difference
Every IBC tote we recycle keeps hundreds of pounds of plastic and steel out of landfills. Here's what our work adds up to.
IBC Totes Recycled
Gallons Waste Diverted
CO2 Emissions Prevented
Trees Equivalent Saved
Our Grading System
Every used tote is honestly graded so you know exactly what you are getting. No surprises, no hidden defects.
Like New (Up to 50% off new)
Minimal cosmetic wear. Clean bottle, straight cage, functional valve. Suitable for food-grade and customer-facing applications.
Good Condition (Up to 60% off new)
Light use signs — minor staining, slight surface rust on cage. Fully functional. Best value for industrial and agricultural use.
Fair / Usable (Up to 70% off new)
Noticeable wear — moderate staining, cosmetic cage dents. Structurally sound and leak-free. Ideal for outdoor, storage, and DIY projects.
Industries That Trust Us
Food & Beverage
Juice, syrup, oil, wine, sauce manufacturers
Agriculture
Fertilizer, pesticide, irrigation storage
Chemical Mfg
Cleaning products, coatings, adhesives
Construction
Water, admixtures, dust suppression
Oil & Gas
Lubricants, coolants, produced water
Pharmaceutical
Excipients, bulk liquids, wash solutions
Government
Water treatment, road maintenance, emergency
Home & Garden
Rainwater, aquaponics, compost tea
IBC Tote Sizes at a Glance
| Size | Dimensions | Empty Wt | Full Wt (water) | Valve |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 275 gal | 48" x 40" x 46" | ~120 lbs | ~2,415 lbs | 2" butterfly |
| 330 gal | 48" x 40" x 53" | ~135 lbs | ~2,887 lbs | 2" butterfly |
| 550 gal | 48" x 48" x 62" | ~195 lbs | ~4,781 lbs | 3" butterfly |
The Destin Advantage
Eco-Certified Process
Closed-loop water recycling, biodegradable cleaning agents, 98% material recovery. Every step is designed to minimize environmental impact.
Save Up to 70%
Used Grade C totes start under $75. Reconditioned at 40-50% off new. Bulk discounts for 10+ totes. No hidden fees.
Quality Guaranteed
Every tote is 8-point inspected. Reconditioned units are pressure-tested for 2 hours. 90-day guarantee on reconditioned totes.
Gulf Coast Coverage
Own fleet covers Pensacola to Panama City. Partner carriers reach Atlanta, Nashville, New Orleans, and the entire Southeast.
Fast Turnaround
Most orders ship within 48 hours. 2,000+ totes in active inventory. Rush same-day service available for cleaning and reconditioning.
Zero Waste Vision
What we cannot reuse, we recycle. Our 98% material recovery rate is industry-leading. Goal: 100% by 2028.
Every IBC We Recycle Saves 120 lbs of Material
That is 50 lbs of HDPE plastic and 55 lbs of galvanized steel kept out of the landfill — plus 18 kg of CO2 emissions prevented and 200 gallons of manufacturing water saved.
Totes for Every Need
Where We Operate
Primary Zone
Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Niceville, Crestview, Panama City, DeFuniak Springs, Milton, Navarre
Free pickup 10+ totes. Same-week delivery.
Secondary Zone
Mobile AL, Dothan AL, Tallahassee FL, Gainesville FL, Jacksonville FL, Biloxi MS, Montgomery AL
Delivery available. Pickup for 25+. 3-5 days.
Extended Zone
Atlanta GA, Birmingham AL, Nashville TN, New Orleans LA, Orlando FL, Tampa FL, Charlotte NC, Savannah GA
FTL for 50+ totes. Custom freight quotes.
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