Used food grade IBC totes are caged intermediate bulk containers whose previous contents were food, beverage or ingredient products, sold as returned from service. They suit buyers who want a known food-side history at a used price and are prepared to verify the lot, clean it and confirm suitability for their own application.
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Two labels define this category. Used means the tote is sold as it came back from service: it has not been put through the cleaning and inspection range we list as reconditioned. Food grade means the tote's documented history is food, beverage or ingredient contents and the inner bottle is HDPE suitable for food contact. Put together, a used food grade IBC tote is a container with a cleaner starting point than general industrial stock, but it still arrives with residue from its last fill and still needs work before it goes back into any food-related role.
That distinction matters. "Food grade" describes history and material, not current readiness. A used tote is not automatically fit for food reuse or for drinking water, and nothing in this listing implies a regulatory or third-party food approval. You confirm previous contents, cleaning and suitability for your application and any rules that apply to you.
This intersection tends to attract buyers who care where the tote has been but plan to do the preparation themselves:
| Factor | Used food grade | Reconditioned food grade |
|---|---|---|
| Preparation | Sold as returned from service | Cleaned/rinsed and inspected; ask what work was done on the lot |
| Residue | Expect residue from the last food or ingredient fill | Rinsed; still verify against your own standard |
| Who does the cleaning | You | Partly done before sale |
| Price position | Lower within the food grade range | Higher, reflecting the preparation |
If you do not have a way to wash totes, the reconditioned food grade IBC totes page is usually the better place to start. For the broader picture across all histories, see the used IBC totes category and the food grade IBC totes overview.
Both common caged sizes appear in used food grade lots. The 275 gallon tote is approximately 40 × 48 × 46 in and about 135 lb empty; the 330 gallon tote is approximately 48 × 40 × 53 in and about 150 lb empty. The footprint is essentially the same, so the choice usually comes down to height and capacity. Browse 275 gallon food grade totes or 330 gallon food grade totes to compare. Exact unit details are confirmed with your quote.
Plan on a full wash of every used food grade tote. Drain any heel through the valve, remove the cap and rinse the inside thoroughly, paying attention to the valve body and the area under the top opening where product collects. Many buyers replace or separately clean the valve and gasket. If your application is regulated, follow the cleaning and documentation requirements that apply to you; the food and beverage handling guide outlines what to think through.
Send us the size (275 or 330 gallon), condition (used), grade (food grade), quantity, intended use and delivery ZIP through the request a quote form, or call 484-787-7479. We confirm availability, price and the lot's history with your quote, and can send current photos first. Pickup is available by arrangement at our Pennsville, NJ and Tampa, FL yards; smaller orders ship LTL and full truckloads of about 60 totes are quoted individually.
No. Food grade describes the tote's history and HDPE bottle, not its current condition. A used tote is sold as returned from service and will have residue from its last fill. You need to confirm the previous contents, clean the tote to your own standard and decide whether it suits your application and any regulatory requirements before reuse.
We do not represent any tote as approved for drinking water. Some buyers use food-history totes for rain catchment or irrigation because they prefer that background, but suitability for drinking water depends on cleaning, materials and the rules in your area. That decision rests with the buyer.
Food grade lots come from food, beverage or ingredient service, and contents vary by lot. Ask when you request a quote and we will share what is known about the offered lot's history along with current photos, so you can judge the cleaning effort involved.
Used totes cost less because no preparation has been done. They make sense if you have your own wash setup or plan to clean every unit anyway. If you would rather start with a rinsed and inspected tote, reconditioned food grade is the better fit.
Yes. Quantity pricing tiers apply, and larger orders lower the per-tote price. A full truckload is about 60 totes and is quoted individually to your delivery ZIP. Smaller orders ship by LTL freight or can be picked up by arrangement in Pennsville, NJ or Tampa, FL.
