As a retired seller of IBC fittings, I’ve spent years studying other online sellers to understand the market, compare pricing, and spot opportunities for new products—work that eventually inspired me to create an IBC adapter buying guide for everyday buyers. I’ve researched sellers everywhere—New Zealand, Europe, Australia, and beyond—and the differences between regions are striking. One thing became immediately clear: American buyers consistently get the best pricing on IBC accessories. The reason is simple. Competition is intense, and platforms like Amazon have pushed prices down to true bargain levels.
But there’s a downside to these low prices. Many of the hundreds of sellers competing on Amazon know very little about the products they list. For them, it’s just another way to make a few dollars by buying a case of fittings from Alibaba and posting them online. They’ve never used an IBC tote and often don’t understand thread standards or compatibility issues. Most don’t realize that North American and European pipe threads are entirely different and cannot be used together. With such small margins, they have no incentive to learn, and the result is that many buyers end up with fittings that simply don’t work for their setup. This is why a reliable IBC adapter buying guide is so valuable.
The purpose of this website and the IBC Stuff YouTube channel is to help people choose the right fittings at the best price and avoid the frustration of incompatible parts. As an affiliate site, we earn a small commission for providing this guidance. I hope this resource helps you make confident, accurate buying decisions.