Storing and transporting large volumes of industrial liquids —jobsite water, fuels, fertilizers, chemicals— outdoors and without sunlight degrading the contents or encouraging algae growth, with approval for hazardous substances, calls for an IBC container with an opaque black HDPE tank in a galvanized steel cage. This Black IBC Container —also called a black IBC tote, IBC (Intermediate Bulk Container) or opaque tote tank— is manufactured by Cargobo from virgin HDPE with carbon black and a tubular galvanized steel cage with an integrated palletized base, in a 120×100×115 cm format with a capacity of 1000 L (265 gal), UN-approved (UN marking) for hazardous substances, designed for construction, agriculture, the chemical industry and outdoor liquid logistics.
Key benefits
- Opaque with UV light blocking: the HDPE with carbon black blocks light from entering, which slows algae growth in stored water and protects light-sensitive liquids, a critical condition for prolonged outdoor storage under the Caribbean sun.
- 1000 L capacity with UN approval: a usable volume of 1000 liters (265 gallons) with certification for the international transport of category II and III hazardous substances, a critical condition for chemicals, fuels and regulated liquids that don't allow non-approved containers.
- Chemical-resistant virgin HDPE tank: high-density polyethylene withstands most diluted acids, bases, oils, liquid fertilizers and common fuels without material degradation (check the chemical compatibility chart for specific liquids).
- Tubular galvanized steel cage: the metal structure protects the tank against forklift impacts, drops and continuous logistics handling, a critical condition for the integrity of the contents in inter-island transit.
- Integrated 4-way palletized base: the lower base with entries on all four sides allows handling with forklifts and pallet jacks in any orientation, with no need to adapt the operation to the container.
- Bottom discharge valve and filling cap: the standard-thread valve system allows controlled emptying and connection to garden hoses or industrial piping, while the top cap makes gravity or pump filling easy.
Applications and typical uses
- Outdoor water storage where light blocking prevents algae growth without needing to roof the tank.
- Containment of light-sensitive liquids, fertilizers and agrochemicals that degrade with light exposure.
- Storage of industrial chemicals, lubricating oils and fuels under UN regulation in yards and outdoors.
- Rainwater harvesting for sustainability in residential and commercial projects with sun exposure.
Quality and durability
A cheap IBC container fails at two points: the HDPE is low-grade recycled material (which reduces service life under continuous chemical exposure and disqualifies it for regulated substances) and the cage is steel without deep galvanizing (which rusts in the Caribbean climate within a few months). Cargobo works with virgin HDPE and uniform galvanizing with current UN approval, which sets apart a regulated professional-operation IBC from a generic tank that doesn't pass a safety audit. The carbon black pigmentation adds resistance to UV radiation, extending the life of the plastic against direct sun compared to a translucent or white tank.
Equivalences
Equivalent to these other-brand references:
- Dimensions of 120 x 100 x 115 cm (48 x 40 x 45 in) and 1000 L (264 gal) capacity · New · UN approval (Dangerous goods)
- SCHÜTZ ECOBULK MX 1000RBK Packages IBC Container (RD family)
Brands and references mentioned belong to their respective owners; cited only for comparison and compatibility.
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| Material and construction | |
|---|---|
| Materials | Galvanized steel cage and HDPE inner container |
| Tank color | Opaque black (blocks light and prevents algae growth) |
| Label plate | 1 plate of 50 x 38 cm (20 x 15 in) |
| Corner protectors | Yes, 4 |
| Dimensions and format | |
| Dimensions | 120 x 100 x 115 cm (48 x 40 x 45 in) |
| Capacity | 1000 L (264 gal) |
| Discharge opening diameter | 5 cm (2 in) |
| Filling opening diameter | 15 cm (5.9 in) |
| Wall thickness | ≈ 2 mm (0.08 in) |
| Cage weight | 42 kg (93 lb) |
| Inner container weight | 15 kg (33 lb) |
| Total weight | 57 kg (126 lb) |
| Strength and performance | |
| Air tightness (test) | 20 kPa (0.2 bar / 2.9 psi) |
| Hydrostatic pressure (test) | 100 kPa (1 bar / 14.5 psi) |
| Durability and protection | |
| UV protection | Yes (high) |
| Standards and certifications | |
| Certification | UN/ADR approved for dangerous goods (31HA1) — UN/ADR approval marking permanently embossed on the plastic container of each IBC; verify the code and date molded into the unit received. |
UN approval| Container: Width | 100.0 cm (39.37 in) |
|---|---|
| Container: Height | 115.0 cm (45.28 in) |
| Container: Depth | 120.0 cm (47.24 in) |
| Container: Weight | 42.0 kg |
Official CARGOBO warranty
What's covered
Confirmed defect: replacement or refund of the amount paid.
What's not covered
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