
Caged IBC Totes are a popular storage and transport solution for many industries. They offer a secure and durable way to store and transport liquids, solids, and other materials.
Caged IBC Totes are designed with a cage-like structure that provides added protection and security for the contents. This cage is typically made of metal or durable plastic.
The cage design also allows for easy stacking and transportation of the totes, making them ideal for warehouses and manufacturing facilities.
Tote Options
When choosing a caged IBC tote, you have three options to consider: new, rebottled, and reconditioned. New caged IBC totes are new and have never seen service before, making them the highest priced option but also the most reliable.
Rebottled caged IBCs offer a more affordable alternative, with newly manufactured replacement inner HDPE totes and refurbished outer protective cages that meet industry quality and design standards. This option is intermediately priced, making it a good choice for those on a budget.

Reconditioned IBC totes are the least expensive option, but they're not suitable for potable water or consumables due to prior use. They undergo regulation-based cleaning and inspection to ensure they meet and exceed requirements for use.
Here are the three options in a nutshell:
- New: New and reliable, but highest priced.
- Rebottled: Refurbished cages with new inner totes, intermediately priced.
- Reconditioned: Least expensive, but not for potable water or consumables.
Tote Applications
Caged IBC totes are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of industries and applications. They're perfect for water transport, a common use in the food industry for handling syrups and granulated, powdered products.
In the food industry, caged IBC totes are also used for handling bulk chemicals, petrochemical products, and even pharmaceuticals. I've seen them used to store plastic granules and sand, too.
Some common liquids stored in caged IBC totes include water, agricultural chemicals, and fertilizers. DEF, waste oil, and brine are also commonly stored in these containers.
Caged IBC totes are also used in industrial processes, brewing, and winemaking. Construction sites often use them to store cleaning products and other materials.
Here are some examples of liquids and applications that use caged IBC totes:
- Water Collection
- Agricultural Chemicals & Fertilizer
- DEF
- Waste oil
- Brine
- Cleaning products
- Aquaponics and Hydroponics
- Industrial Processes
- Brewing and Winemaking
- Construction
Characteristics and Advantages

Caged IBC totes are a great solution for transporting and storing chemicals and other commodities that can be damaged by heat, air, or water. They can be safely transported and stored without experiencing harmful degradation.
These containers are engineered to handle greater volumes of commodities in a more maneuverable, space-saving shape and volume. A single 275-gallon caged IBC is equivalent to five 55-gallon drums.
Caged IBCs are cube-shaped, making them easy to organize, stack, load, and arrange. They are also palletized, with an integrated skid designed to standard pallet sizes for ease of use, shipping, and familiar operation.
The traditional footprint of an IBC is around 40″ wide and 45″ long. IBCs have a lighter weight compared to other IBC models.
Here are some key features of caged IBCs:
- HDPE liner is translucent to allow easy liquid gauging
- Integrated pallet bottom with a four-way forklift and pallet jack channel for multi-directional access
- All IBCs are stackable, and empty caged IBCs can be stacked three high
The Authority
IBC Tanks is the industry authority for intermediate bulk containers, offering a wide range of caged IBC totes with standard specifications.
All caged IBCs come with 6″ threaded top fill ports, making it easy to fill them up.

Additional equipment available for caged IBCs includes dispensing nozzles with associated plumbing, providing simplified and effective distribution of the IBC's internal contents.
IBC Tanks offers extra discounts for large quantity bulk orders, making it a great option for businesses with high storage needs.
Contact IBC Tanks for product details, bulk pricing, and all your general IBC tank questions.
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