Clothing, suits, jackets and trench coats for women, footwears for women, footwears for men, bags for women, bags for men, fashion accessories
T shirts, bed sheets, towels, surveillance, bed sheets, clothing, ladies wear, men's wear, polo shirts
Food and beverage, home decoration, kitchen machines, wood working machines, clothing and fashion, woods, general products, massage and spa oils, silk & thai handicrafts, automotive spare parts genuine, juices and drink, food products, clothing, furniture like hotel furniture, outdoor & garden furniture, home furniture, office furniture, wooden doors, furniture hardware & accessories
Food And Beverage, Home Decoration, Kitchen Machines, Wood Working Machines, Clothing And Fashion, Woods, General Products, Massage And Spa Oils, Silk & Thai Handicrafts, Automotive Spare Parts Genuine, Juices And Drink, Food Products, Clothing, Furniture Like Hotel Furniture, Outdoor & Garden Furniture, Home Furniture, Office Furniture, Wooden Doors, Furniture Hardware & Accessories
Islamic cloth, kaftans, jalabiya, trabvel wear, arabic kids wear, abayas, dresses, sets (top, pants, jacket)
Pe bags, pe film on rolls, stretch films, silage/stretch films, baby diaper bags, zipper bags, non woven bags, greenhouse films, shrink films, school uniforms, , pyjamas, indoor clothing, tracking suits, medical garments, work clothes, teamwear clothes, macaroni, carpets
All kind of textiles fabric and its made ups, home textile items., bed linen in higher thread counts for hotel supply in percale and sateen fabric ( plain, stripe and dobby weaving), herringbone fabric and other fabric for pocketing used, hospital fabric and bed sheets, plain dyed and white towels for hotel and domestic used, table linen, apparels and uniform fabric.
Masks include disposable Mask for children, Disposable medical protective mask, Disposable Medical Surgical Mask, KN95 Protecting Mask, N95 Protecting Mask
2, Protective Masks
3, Medical gloves, include disposable PVC inspection gloves and disposable Nitrile inspection gloves
4, Disposable protective clothing for medical use
5, Medical protective mirror
6, Infrared frontal temperature gun
Other products:PCB, bluetooth 4.0 headphone, LED lamp, electronics & communications, projector, infrared alarm detector, hydraulic cylinder.
Hbt, momie napkin, satin band, dish cloth, glass towel, huck towel, surgical towel, baby blanket, crush towel, multi crush towel, terry face towel, hand towel , bath towel & bath mat, baby hood, bath sheet, beach towel
Garments: knit , sweater, denim, cap, bag :
knit: t shirt, polo shirt, trousers, leggings, pajama, romper, frock, camisole, tank top, sweatshirt, hoodie, overall
sweater (fully fashion): pullover, cardigan, poncho, pajama set , denim: denim pant, denim jacket, denim shirt, highly washed denim item, woven item: casual woven shirt, work wear, coverall, trouser pants, shorts, cap, hat, scarf
jacket: wind breaker, air cutter, hooded jacket, padding jacket, denim high wash jacket, bag: school bag, lab top bag, side bag, jute bag, boxer: man & women under garments, boxer, shorts, baby cloth, kids clothing, security cloth, safety cloth, cargo pants , woven shirt, woven shorts, woven pant, chino pant, casual shirt, sports t shirt, sports jersey, sports shorts, swimwear, sports polo,�?� sports pant
Jute yarn like BTC, BTD, BTE, BTCA, BTCB, BWC, BWD, BWE, rope, hessian cloth, sacking bags, Jute yearn/Twine, Diversified Product.
Muslim clothes, t shirt,dress, baju kurung & robe arabia style
Islamic clothes, muslim clothes, hijab, abaya dress, tudung, halfmonn, baju kurung, shawl, muslim scarves, jilbab dress, muslim swimwear, muslim swimsuit, catholic clothes, buddhist clothes, monk robes, nun robes, restaurant uniform, hotel uniform, chef apron, chef hat, chef pant & shirt, non woven bags, nonwoven bags, chili sauce, tomato paste, soft drinks, coconut oil, virgin coconut oil, coconut soap, detergent powder, canned food, canned sardine, canned tuna, canned pineapple, canned fruit, fruit juice, soy sauce, mineral water, purified water, coffee, instant coffee, soap, freeze dried instant coffee, spray dried instant coffee, granulated instant coffee
Horticulture Food And Refreshments, Dispensable Clinical Items, Items Like Ac/fridge Compressors, Used Rails, Hms 1&2, Copper Wire, Paper Scrap, Energetic Drinks, Chicken Brown And White Fresh Eggs, Office Copy Paper, Ac And Fridge Compressors
Automobile spare parts, genuine spare parts for cars and trucks: spark plugs, engine oils, lubricants, seal and gasket kits, timing belts, fuel injectors, suspension bushings, shock absorbers, brake pads, headlamps, fuel and water pumps, air and oil filters, engine and gearbox mounts, tensioner assemblies, crankshaft and wheel bearings, stabilizer links, thermostats, ignition coils, oxygen sensors, radiator grilles, windshields, hydraulic fluid, engine repair kits, control units.
Wood Pellets, Pine Wood Pellets, Medical Syringes, Medical Clothing, Medical Sensors, Medical Equipment & Machinery, Medical Face Masks, Battery Scrap, Copper Scrap, Face Masks, Used Rails R50 R65,Hms 1&2, Cast Iron Scrap, Ac/fridge Compressor Scraps, Hot Washed Pet Bottles, Milk Powder, Refined Sunflower Oil, Cavendish Banana, Friesian Holstein Cow, Boar Goat, Beef Omasum, Cow, Chicken Feet, Chicken Wings, Frozen Chicken Wings, Salted Butter, Wet Salted Donkey Hides, Wet Salted Cow Hides, Fresh Ginger/garlic, Soybean Meal, Pepper, Tapioca Chip, Rice, Sawdust, Yellow Corn, Sand, Garlic, Chili , Shrimp, Tea, Mango, Black Pepper, Alfalfa Hay, Timber Wood, Charcoal, Wood Pellet, Cavendish Banana, Chickpeas, Kidney Beans, Almond Nut ,Energy Drink, Redbull, Covid 19 Rapid Test Kits, Ruf Wood Briquettes /ruf Oak Wood Briquettes/ Wooden Briquettes Ruf
Power Train Parts, Piston, Piston Pin & Piston Ring, Engine Valve, Engine Bearing, Engine Gasket, Alternator & Starter, Oil Pump, Water Pump, Timing Belt, Hoses, Gear & Shaft, Shock Absorber Parts, Shock Absorber Components, Suspension Strut, Arm, Bush, Brake System Parts, Anti Lock Brake System Module & Components, Proportional Valve, Brake Pad, Brake Rotor, Brake Caliper, Teflon Hose, Brake Drum Shoes, Air Conditioner Parts, Compressor, Condenser, Eva Plate, Heating Core, Thermo Starter, Receive Drier, Pressure Switch, Expansion Valve, Flange, Hoses, Pipes, Exterior Parts, Door Mirror, Door Catch, Head Light, Rear Light, Forg Light, Interior Parts, Head Liner, Flooring, Door Trim, Cigar Lighter, Metal Clip
Aluminum ingot, copper scrap, copper cathode, ac compressor scrap, aluminum scrap, aluminum wire, used car battery, laptop, aluminum wheels scrap, ubc can scrap, used rails, icumsa sugar, orange, lemon, galics, cashew nuts, nutella chocolate, refined sunflower oil, betel nuts, almond, agar wood oil, natural honey, dates, palm oil, animal feed, yellow and white maize, soya bean, white four, hardwood charcoal, conveyer belt, eps bock scrap, hdpe granules, ldpe film, airbag scrap pa66, occ/onp waste, afalfa hay, hotwash petflakes, pet bottles, frozen pork, frozen chicken, diary milk powder, frozen beef, nutella chocolate , confectionery , heineken beer , fruit juice concentrates & pulps, vegetable juice concentrates & purees, milk products, cocoa products, starch products, liquid glucose, hdpe, ldpe, pp, pet, pbt, pom, pvc, lldpe, pe
Aluminum ingot, copper scrap, copper cathode, ac compressor scrap, aluminum scrap, aluminum wire, used car battery, laptop, aluminum wheels scrap, ubc can scrap, used rails, icumsa sugar, orange, lemon, galics, cashew nuts, nutella chocolate, refined sunflower oil, betel nuts, almond, agar wood oil, natural honey, dates, palm oil, animal feed, yellow and white maize, soya bean, white four, hardwood charcoal, conveyer belt, eps bock scrap, hdpe granules, ldpe film, airbag scrap pa66, occ/onp waste, afalfa hay, hotwash petflakes, pet bottles, frozen pork, frozen chicken, diary milk powder, frozen beef, nutella chocolate, confectionery, heineken beer, fruit juice concentrates & pulps, vegetable juice concentrates & purees, milk products, cocoa products, starch products, liquid glucose, hdpe, ldpe, pp, pet, pbt, pom, pvc, lldpe, pe
Lavazza, tassimo, dolce gusto, nutella, m&ms , galaxy, cadbury, maxwell, illy.
The old clothes market is rapidly growing due to the changing lifestyle of consumers and the demand for sustainable lifestyles, and is shifting the consumer focus towards reuse, recycling, and repair. Exporting old or second-hand clothes is on the rise, especially in countries with abundant textile waste and access to quality check facilities. These old clothes can include formal wear, casual wear, shoes, bags, etc.
There are plenty of dedicated markets, showrooms, export houses, and shops that sell old clothes. India leads the market in terms of importing old clothes, followed by Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the United States.
The demand for old or second-hand clothes is high in low to middle-income countries. While finance or income is not the only reason consumers prefer old or second-hand clothes, the rising consciousness of the green environment and sustainability are also contributing factors. Many fashion brands or independent designers have started using old clothes or textile waste material to repurpose the clothes and sell them in the market, which also makes it a great opportunity for old clothes exporters to find the right and relevant old clothes buyers.
The global market outlook for used, old, or second-hand clothes is rapidly increasing. The global market insights are below:
Global Market
HSN Code: 63090000
Global Market Size 2023: US$ $45.3 billion
Expected Market Size 2032: US$ $1266 billion
India Market
Market Size 2023: US$ $3 billion
Expected Size 2032: US$ $9 billion
CAGR: 13.04%
The old clothes business is growing and is expected to have profit margins of 40%-80%, which is an excellent opportunity for exporters. Several other reasons make this a profitable business:
Huge Buyer Base: There is a vast network of importers, wholesalers, distributors, and shops in developing countries. Especially, India has a huge network of wholesale markets for old clothes like Gandhi Nagar market, Chandni Chowk, Chikpet, etc.
Environmental Consciousness in Consumers: Due to the rising trend in consumer preference for sustainable products and practices, businesses are investing in exports and imports of old clothes, which reduces textile waste in landfills.
Low Procurement Cost: The cost of sourcing is next to negligible, are the old clothes are collected through donation centers, thrift stores, export houses, recycling drives, etc.
High Margins: Even after sorting, packing, and transportation costs, exporters can expect huge margins.
There are various methods to find verified old clothes buyers
B2B marketplaces like go4WorldBusiness
Search for buyers on LinkedIn or database companies
Attend trade shows and expo fairs
Exporting old clothes is a booming business and if you are a beginner in this industry, it is a great potential business opportunity. With the technology being in the forefront and the advent of artificial intelligence, selling or exporting old, used, or secondhand clothes online, has become much easier. One may easily rely on B2B marketplaces to find old or used clothes buyers online and continue trading relations with them.
1. Which countries are the top 5 importers of old clothes?
The top five importers along with their shipment count, are:
2. What are the most traded types of old clothes?
3. What documents are required for exporting old clothes?
There are some essential documents required for exporting old clothes if you are new to the market:
4. How to ensure quality before exporting old clothes?
It is important to ensure the quality and grade of old clothes before exporting:
Sort and Grade: Sort the garments and grade them according to the quality and defects of the garment piece. Categorize them into Grade A, B & C based on their condition.
Obtain EIA Certificate: Obtaining an export inspection agency certificate will ensure all international compliance standards are met.
Packaging and Labelling: Ensure proper packaging to avoid any further damage to the products and label the content accurately.
Choose a reliable shipment partner: It is important to choose a reliable shipping partner to ensure smooth transportation to avoid damage of the product, timely delivery, etc.
