ISO Tank Containers

ISO Tank Containers
Service Overview

ISO Tank Containers

ISO tank container bulk liquid

Bulk Liquid & Gas Logistics in ISO Tanks

ISO tank containers are stainless steel vessels mounted in a standard container frame, designed for the transport of bulk liquids, gases, and powders. ISO tanks offer significant cost and safety advantages over traditional drum or IBC packaging for liquid chemicals, food-grade liquids, and petrochemicals shipped in FCL-equivalent volumes.

How It Works

Our ISO Tank Containers Process

1

Product Assessment

Chemical compatibility assessment and UN designation for the cargo product.

2

Tank Selection

Selection of appropriate tank type: food-grade, chemical, or gas tank.

3

Loading

Product pumped into tank at origin through top or bottom loading manifold.

4

Sealing & Testing

Tank sealed, pressure tested, and placarded per IMDG/ADR requirements.

5

Ocean Transit

Tank monitored for temperature (heated/insulated tanks where required).

6

Discharge

Product discharged via bottom valve at destination and tank returned or cleaned.

Key Features

What's Included

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Chemical Grade Stainless

316 stainless steel interior for chemical and food-grade products.

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Heated/Insulated Options

Steam-heated and insulated tanks for viscous or temperature-sensitive liquids.

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Reusable & Sustainable

ISO tanks are reusable, eliminating thousands of drums per shipment.

Industries Served

Who Uses This Service

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Chemicals

Industrial chemicals, solvents, acids, and bases.

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Food & Beverage

Food-grade liquids: edible oils, wine, fruit juices.

Petrochemicals

Fuels, lubricants, and petrochemical feedstocks.

Why Marwest LLC

Our Competitive Advantage

24000L Standard ISO Tank Capacity
Food / Chemical / Gas Tank Types Available
Global Port and Depot Network
IMDG Compliance on All DG Liquids
Global Coverage

Worldwide Network

Global shipping network

From China to the World

Marwest LLC operates from offices in Houston, Atlanta, Shandong, Namibia, South Africa, and Lomé — giving every shipment local expertise at origin and destination. Our agent network extends this coverage to 45+ countries, providing compliant customs clearance, inland distribution, and client support wherever your cargo travels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

No. We arrange tank leasing from our global tank container pool. You pay a per-trip lease included in the freight rate.

Tanks are cleaned at certified depot wash stations. We provide tank cleaning certificates on request.
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