Container Grades: Choose with Confidence
Select the right container for your needs—storage, shipping, or custom projects. Compare grades, get expert advice, and order quickly.
Container Conditions
Used
Excellent condition, one journey.
One Trip
Standard condition, multiple uses.
Refurbished
Repaired for longer use.
We grade containers by condition to reflect their quality and structure. Both grade and condition determine the price.
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Used
- Retired after 5–15 years of heavy use; may show rust, dents, or markings.
- Ideal For: Budget-friendly storage or transport.
These containers have carried loads before, showing light scratches or rust from past trips. They hold a valid CSC certification, proving they’re still strong and safe for shipping or storage. Affordable and available now, they tackle your needs without a high price tag. They’re tough workers at a discount.
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One Trip
- Brand new, unused
- Ideal For: High-quality, cost-effective options.
These containers roll out fresh from the factory, used for just one trip to you. They’re spotless, tough, and meet strict ISO standards for size and strength. With a valid CSC (Convention for Safe Containers) plate, they’re ready for global shipping or years of storage. You get a new unit built to last.
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Refurbished
Containers repaired, primed, and repainted for improved quality.
Typical
Exterior prep and repaint.
Complete
Full exterior and interior makeover.
Factory
Total overhaul with new gaskets and markings.
Container Grading
Wind and Water Tight (WWT)
- Economical option ensuring no leaks.
- Basic storage needs despite cosmetic wear.
Wind and Water Tight (WWT) containers are Grade-C units that no longer meet CSC safety standards for shipping. These containers keep out wind, rain, and pests but no leaks or holes are guaranteed. They’re great for storage like tools or furniture, but not certified for shipping. We inspect every unit to ensure it’s dry and secure inside. You get a solid, weatherproof container for your stuff at a good price.
Cargo Worthy (CW)
- Certified for international shipping with passed safety inspections.
- Global transport of goods.
Cargo Worthy (CW) containers are wind and water-tight (WWT). These containers handle shipping and storage with ease. They pass a CSC (Convention for Safe Containers) check, meaning they’re strong, watertight, and safe for cargo worldwide. Minor dents or rust don’t slow them down—they’re ready to move your goods now. You get a tough, travel-ready option.
IICL (IICL-6)
- Meets rigorous IICL standards; excellent exterior condition for export.
- High-standard international shipping.
Top-grade used containers meet strict IICL-6 standards as set by the Institute of International Container Lessors. They’re nearly new with minimal wear, fully watertight, and CSC-certified for shipping. Perfect for premium storage or export, they deliver high quality without the new-container cost. You get near-perfect performance.
AS IS
- Containers with significant damage (holes, broken flooring, etc.).
- Specific projects where appearance and structure are not critical.
These containers come straight from their last trip, sold just as they are. They may have rust, dents, or leaks—no repairs or certifications included. Ideal for DIY projects or cheap storage if you’re handy, they’re the lowest-cost choice. You take them as-is and make them yours.
Choose the Right Container
Storage
WRNNT containers offer sealed, weatherproof storage. Used containers provide a budget-friendly option with minor wear.
Shipping
Cargo Worthy containers are certified for freight, while IICL-6 containers meet the highest inspection standards for long-term shipping.
Customization
Refurbished containers include new paint, flooring, insulation, and electrical upgrades for offices, workshops, or retail spaces.
Not sure which grade fits your needs?
