Yes and no.. the plastic in totes is often different from those used in waste containers. Also, its not common for plastic to out-gass or leach at low temperatures. I think my bin may be ok but I'm not taking chances. Some totes are even food grade plastic as people store foods and grains in them. You can also fill one with warm water, let it set, then have the water tested, that's the best way to be sure.
Is this a serious problem? I just set one up a few weeks ago that's not food grade. More for grannies nicknacks.