--- title: Chemical Tote Tanks are Durable and Versatile description: Chemical tote tanks made from stainless steel are the most durable IBCs available image: https://metanousa.com/hs-fs/file-18233905-jpg/images/fire_trial-resized-600.jpg --- Call Us: [800-544-7069](tel:800-634-4128) - [Tracking login](http://www.precisionibctracking.com/MAMS/Login) - [Request A Quote](https://metanousa.com/request-a-quote) - [Resources](https://www.metanousa.com/ibc-resources) - [Blog](https://metanousa.com/blog) [![MetanoLogo_withTagline_original](https://metanousa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MetanoLogo_withTagline_original.png?width=220&height=69&name=MetanoLogo_withTagline_original.png "MetanoLogo_withTagline_original")](https://www.metanousa.com/) - [IBC Products](https://metanousa.com/ibc-container-products) - [Stainless Steel IBCs](https://www.metanousa.com/stainless-steel-ibc-tote-tanks) - [Metal IBCs](https://www.metanousa.com/metal-ibc-containers) - [Composite IBCs](https://www.metanousa.com/composite-tanks-ibcs) - [Poly Tote Tank IBCs](https://www.metanousa.com/poly-tote-tank-ibcs) - [Reconditioned IBCs](https://metanousa.com/used-ibc-totes-reconditioned-ibc-tanks-metano-ibc-services) - [Shop Stainless Steel IBCs](https://metanousa.com/shop-stainless-steel) - [IBC Rentals](https://metanousa.com/ibc-rentals) - [IBC Rental Benefits](https://metanousa.com/ibc-rental-benefits) - [Go Green with IBC Rentals](https://metanousa.com/go-green-with-ibc-rentals) - [Shop Rental IBCs](https://metanousa.com/shop-rental) - [IBC Parts](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts) - [Drum Covers](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Drum-Covers/c/31991784/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Clamp Rings](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Clamp-Rings/c/31991789/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Lid Gaskets](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Gaskets/c/31991786/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Ball Valves](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Ball-Valves/c/31991792/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Bung Plugs](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Bung-Plugs/c/31991791/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Quick Connect Fittings](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Quick-Connect-Fittings/c/31991794/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Fusible Vents](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Vents/c/31991790/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Pressure/Vacuum Relief Vents](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Vents/c/31991790/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Outlet Plumbing](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Outlet-Plumbing/c/31991793/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Decals](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Decals/c/31991795/offset=0&sort=normal) - [IBC Services](https://www.metanousa.com/ibc-services) - [IBC Accessories](https://www.metanousa.com/intermediate-bulk-container-ibc-accessories) - [Mixer Systems](https://www.metanousa.com/mixer-systems) - [Heating/Cooling](https://www.metanousa.com/heating-cooling-transfer-jackets) - [Level Gauges](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts#!/Accessories/c/31991796/offset=0&sort=normal) - [Containment Basins](https://metanousa.com/containment-basins) - [Other Accessories](https://www.metanousa.com/other-accessories) - [About Metano](https://www.metanousa.com/about-metano) - [Stainless Steel IBC FAQ](https://www.metanousa.com/ssibc-faq) - [Poly Composite IBC FAQ](https://www.metanousa.com/en/polycompositeibc-faq) - [Tote Talk Blog](https://www.metanousa.com/blog) - [Press Release](https://metanousa.com/pressrelease) - [Industries Served](https://www.metanousa.com/industries-served) - [Flavor and Fragrance](https://www.metanousa.com/flavor-and-fragrance-industries) - [Personal Care](https://metanousa.com/personal-care-industries) - [Food and Beverage](https://www.metanousa.com/food-and-beverage-industries) - [Industrial Chemicals](https://www.metanousa.com/industrial-chemicals-tote-tanks) - [Petrochemical](https://www.metanousa.com/petrochemical-industries) - [Pharmaceutical Intermediates](https://metanousa.com/pharmaceutical-intermediates-industries) - [Paints and Coatings](https://metanousa.com/paints-and-coatings-industries) - [Water Treatment](https://metanousa.com/water-treatment-industries) - [Shop Parts](https://www.metanousa.com/shop-parts) ![blog-Hero.jpg](https://metanousa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Metano-2016/Image/blog-Hero.jpg?width=1599&name=blog-Hero.jpg "blog-Hero.jpg") # Tote Talk Blog # Chemical Tote Tanks are Durable and Versatile - Posted: July 24, 2012 - By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins) Stainless steel intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) are the most durable, dependable **chemical totes** available in the IBC market today.  [Chemical tote tanks](https://metanousa.com/stainless-steel-ibcs/) made from stainless steel are constructed from 10-gauge, 304 stainless steel (the most versatile and most widely used stainless steel alloy).  Stainless steel chemical totes can have a lifetime of sometimes more than 20 years, depending on care and maintenance. The top five benefits of using stainless steel chemical totes are: 1. Corrosion resistance 2. Chemical compatibility 3. High fatigue strength 4. Durability 5. Low maintenance **Chemical totes** are used for [transport and storage of liquids](https://metanousa.com/industries-served/) such as chemicals, foods, pharmaceuticals, petroleum, & hazardous products.  They are extremely durable and able to withstand harsh environments. **Stainless steel chemical totes** are less susceptible to rust than carbon steel.  Stainless steel does not rust or corrode with water as ordinary steel does.  It is used where both the properties of steel and resistance to corrosion are required.  Stainless steel chemical totes differ from carbon steel totes by the amount of chromium present in the metal.  Unprotected carbon steel rusts readily when exposed to air and moisture.[![chemical totes](https://metanousa.com/hs-fs/file-18233905-jpg/images/fire_trial-resized-600.jpg?width=225&height=182&name=fire_trial-resized-600.jpg)](https://www.metanousa.com/advantages-of-stainless-steel-ibcs/) [Stainless steel chemical totes](https://metanousa.com/stainless-steel-ibcs/) provide overwhelmingly better protection for the storage and transport of certain combustible chemicals when facing the immediate threat of fire.  As illustrated in the video to the right, stainless steel chemical totes can withstand, when equipped with a venting device or fusible vent, a fire for much longer than chemical totes made from other materials.  Stainless steel [chemical totes tanks](https://metanousa.com/ibc-products/) can also be cleaned easily and residue-free because with stainless steel there is no diffusing of product in the container wall.  That is one reason chemical totes are used for applications that require frequent changes of product.  **Stainless steel chemical tote tanks** will last longer than any other form of liquid packaging. The durability of stainless steel provides years of repeated fillings and usage. They are compatible with most products and completely reusable. [Click here](https://metanousa.com/ibc-rentals/) to find out how easy it can be to get stainless steel chemical totes to work for you. 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