Sell Your IBC Totes
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We Buy Used IBC Totes
Have surplus IBC totes taking up space? Alabama IBC Totes & Tanks buys used containers in any condition. Whether you have a few totes or hundreds, we offer fair prices and quick payment.
What We Buy
- Used IBC totes in all conditions
- 275 gallon and 330 gallon containers
- Steel cage and plastic cage totes
- Food-grade and industrial containers
- Damaged totes suitable for recycling
- Tote parts (valves, cages, pallets)
Pricing Guide
We base our pricing on container condition, previous contents, and current market demand:
| Condition | Description | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Excellent | Like-new, minimal use, clean interior | Highest |
| Good | Normal wear, functional, cleanable | Competitive |
| Fair | Significant wear, may need repairs | Fair market |
| Poor | Damaged, suitable for recycling only | Recycling value |
How It Works
- Contact Us: Tell us about your totes - quantity, condition, and previous contents
- Get a Quote: We'll provide a fair offer based on your containers
- Schedule Pickup: We'll arrange to pick up the totes at your convenience
- Get Paid: Receive payment upon pickup or delivery to our facility
Why Sell to Us?
- Fair Pricing: Competitive rates based on current market conditions
- Any Condition: We buy totes regardless of condition
- Quick Payment: Get paid promptly upon transaction
- Pickup Available: We'll come to you for larger quantities
- Environmentally Responsible: Totes are refurbished or properly recycled
Large Quantities
Have a large number of totes to sell? We specialize in volume purchases from manufacturers, distributors, and facilities clearing out inventory. Contact us for special pricing on bulk sales.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of IBC totes will you buy?
We purchase 275 and 330 gallon IBC totes in any condition, including food grade, industrial, and damaged units for recycling.
Do you provide pickup for the totes I am selling?
Yes, we can schedule onsite pickup for small and large quantities; share your location and count for routing.
How is pricing determined for used totes?
Offers are based on condition, previous contents, market demand, and whether the tote can be refurbished or recycled.
Can you take totes that held hazardous materials?
We review contents first; some hazardous residues are not accepted. Provide prior contents so we can confirm eligibility.
When do I get paid for my totes?
Payment is issued upon pickup or when totes are delivered to our facility, depending on the arrangement.
Is there a minimum quantity to sell?
Single totes are accepted, but larger lots may qualify for pickup and better pricing.
Do cages and pallets need to be intact?
Intact cages and pallets increase value, but we still accept damaged units at recycling value.
Should totes be rinsed before pickup?
Rinsing is appreciated and may improve pricing; disclose any residuals so we can plan safe handling.
Will you remove valves or parts?
We handle disassembly as needed; include all parts with the tote to maximize the offer.
Can I schedule regular pickups?
Yes, we can set recurring pickup schedules for manufacturers and facilities with ongoing surplus totes.