Resellers are finding ways to stock up on more inventory than ever before, with the option to buy liquidation pallets filled with surplus inventory, shelf-pulls and returns. Companies are lining up to sell you goods from the top retailers in the world:
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Amazon
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Kohl's
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Target
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Walmart
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Dozens of others
The hard part is knowing which sellers are legit. The best wholesale liquidation pallet companies post full manifests, ship on schedule, and list the condition of the goods before you pay. The weak ones send an unmarked skid and go quiet when you email.
We narrowed the field to 10. A handful of names come up again and again: Smart Source Wholesale for Amazon apparel loads, B-Stock for auctions run by the retailers themselves, Direct Liquidation for narrow single-category lots, Liquidation.com for orders with no minimum, and Select Liquidation for full truckloads. The other five are smaller operations that still move real inventory.
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How you buy |
Best for |
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Direct purchase, full manifests |
Amazon apparel loads in resale-ready poly bags |
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Retailer-run auctions |
Buying straight from Target, Walmart and other chains |
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Bid or instant purchase |
Narrow, single-category lots |
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Auction and fixed price |
Starting small with no minimum order |
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Application, then truckloads |
Established resellers moving full truckloads |
Top 10 Truckload Liquidation Companies
1. Smart Source Wholesale
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Best for: resellers who want manifested truckloads without bidding
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Load types: Amazon apparel loads, Amazon return pallets, case packs, brand-new overstock, FC loads, mixed general merchandise
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How you buy: direct purchase at a set price per piece, no auction
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Manifest: full manifest on every load
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Listing shows: load type, pallet count, ship-from state, pallet height, pieces per load, price per piece
Smart Source Wholesale works directly with big box chains and national retailers to pull truckloads of wholesale liquidation pallets for resellers. You buy the goods outright. There's no online auction and no bidding war, so the price you see is the price you pay.
Full manifests are available on the wholesale liquidation website, so you’ll know the exact amount and type of goods that you’ll receive.
Available information includes:
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Load type
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Pallet count
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Ship-from state
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Pallet height
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Pieces and load
Price per piece is available, and some are Amazon apparel loads with all clothing in green poly bags for immediate resale. Buyers will find plenty of mixed liquidation pallets, but there are also Amazon return pallets, case packs, brand new items, FC loads and plenty more to choose from.
2. B-Stock
B-Stock is a liquidation auction site that sells goods from Amazon, Target, Walmart and tons of dozens of other retailers. What we like about this liquidation pallet marketplace is that you'll often have data on:
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Condition
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Total units
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MSRP
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Shipment size
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Category percentage
Truckload lots add a full manifest with item quantity, unit retail price and total retail value.
Users benefit most from signing up to B-Stock so that they can view full listings and the total landing cost.
Buyers purchase directly from the retailer, eliminating the risks of dealing with a middleman. There are no surprises when ordering, and a dedicated customer service team that knows liquidation auctions will help you get started.
3. Direct Liquidation
Direct Liquidation is one of the leading liquidation companies for Amazon sellers because you'll often find lots of very specific goods, down to single-product Amazon liquidation pallets. For example, past lots have included a 12-pallet lot with 720 pieces of drip brewers to resell.
Direct Liquidation is a good option if you want a narrow range of goods in your overstock or closeout pallets.
Eliminating the middleman means the platform can sell extra stock in bulk without the extra fees, so you enjoy higher profit margins.
Buyers also have two ways to make purchases, depending on the lot: bid or instant purchase. Listings include information, such as:
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Asking price
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Highest offer
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MSRP
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Units
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Lot size
Customer condition is provided for additional peace of mind.
4. Liquidation.com
Liquidation.com is one of the best places to buy liquidation pallets with no minimum order, and they’re also a B2B liquidation platform if you own a business. Buyers are presented with plenty of options from the start:
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Closing soon deals
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Daily deals
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New arrivals
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Hot auctions
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Fixed price and sealed bids
Customer returns pallets are frequently available, with some lots being almost too good to pass up. Live chat team members are helpful, and there’s a healthy mix of pallets and truckloads available with full manifests.
Buyer premiums are clearly listed on the site, but they do add to the total cost. You might bid $302 on these Sony headphones, but you’ll pay an additional $30+ because of the 1% premium.
Liquidation.com arranges the shipping on your behalf with an easy option to request a quote before bidding.
5. Select Liquidation
Select Liquidation is one of the top liquidation companies for resellers with established businesses. Why? Because they only offer truckloads.
This seller is not a fit if you don't have the volume or customer base to move a lot of inventory.
But they do have some unique options, like truckloads of flooring products, diapers, Costco snacks and large furniture items.
The only drawback? In order to buy from Select Liquidation, you need to submit an application and wait for it to be approved.
6. American Liquidation Deals
American Liquidation Deals is one of the best liquidation companies for bin stores. They sell bulk liquidation pallets and truckloads across multiple product categories, including:
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Electronics
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Home goods
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Tools and hardware
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Clothing and apparel
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Toys and baby products
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General merchandise
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Health and beauty items
Many pallets contain customer returns, but you'll also find overstock merchandise, shelf pulls and open-box items.
Prices are highly discounted here, so there’s plenty of room to turn a profit from your pallets or truckloads.
7. BlueLots Liquidation
At BlueLots Liquidation, you’ll find reseller lots that are more like wholesale listings. Most pallets contain multiple units of the same product, which makes this a great option for small businesses that want a reliable source of inventory.
You won't find too many listings with a mix of different products. This seller is a smart option if you know a specific type of item sells well with your customers.
Listings are typically manifested and include information about the item’s condition.
Lots are sold via auction, so you bid against other buyers. But you can often snag some great deals here.
8. Via Trading
Via Trading is a pioneer in bulk liquidation. They have been in business since 2002 and often show up at trade shows. What sets them apart from many other liquidation companies is that you can shop in person, and you can pick up your order as well.
Shipping options are available if you don’t want to pick up your order.
You can filter their product listings by condition, feature, type, manifested or product category, which makes it easy to find the type of pallet you’re looking for. Some listings are labeled as “Make an Offer,” which means that you can negotiate for a lower price.
Top categories include beauty items, electronics, baby products, home essentials and pet supplies.
Via Trading offers flexible payment options. You don't need a resale certificate to buy from Via Trading. Creating an account is the only requirement before your first order.
9. Quicklotz
QuickLotz has been in business for over 15 years. They offer liquidation pallets, truckloads and mystery boxes. Some listings are buy-now, but they also run daily auctions where resellers can snag great deals on merchandise.
As one of the cheapest liquidation companies in the USA, QuickLotz offers an impressive selection of lots in some of the most profitable categories: electronics, appliances, general merchandise, furniture, shoes and apparel.
Most of their merchandise is sourced from Amazon, Target, Wayfair, Zappos, Lowe’s and luxury retailers. They also have a category of ecom undeliverables.
Each listing shows the lot's condition, whether it's manifested, and the retail value.
Along with offering great deals on liquidation pallets, QuickLotz also educates resellers to help them build a profitable business.
10. Liquidation Palace Pro
Liquidation Palace Pro sources its liquidation truckloads and pallets directly from top retailers in the US. They offer lots from a wide range of categories, including:
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TVs
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Air conditioners
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Beauty
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General merchandise
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Electronics
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Apple products
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Apparel
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Tools
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Bicycles
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Shoes
You can buy pallets and truckloads right from their online store. Add the pallet or truckload to your cart and check out.
Some pallets contain mostly new overstock items, but you’ll also find customer return pallets.
Liquidation Palace Pro does not require a resale certificate to buy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a liquidation pallet, and how does it work?
A liquidation pallet is bulk merchandise from a major retailer sold cheap, usually customer returns, shelf pulls and overstock. A third party or the retailer sells it, then ships it by freight or holds it for warehouse pickup.
How do I know if a liquidation pallet company is legitimate?
A legitimate liquidation company has buyer reviews, a verifiable physical address you can find on a map, and years of history. Check state business filings to confirm the entity is registered and active.
What's the difference between manifested and unmanifested pallets?
A manifested pallet comes with an itemized list of everything inside, including quantities and retail values. An unmanifested pallet has no list, so you find out what you bought only when you open the boxes.
Can new sellers make money buying and reselling liquidation pallets?
Yes. Pallet flipping stays profitable when you buy from reliable sellers and pick categories that sell, then list on Whatnot, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, bin stores or your own store.
What types of products are most commonly found in liquidation pallets?
Almost any product, but the common ones are electronics, apparel, general merchandise (GM) and home goods liquidation pallets. Beauty products show up often and are among the most profitable to resell.
Do liquidation pallet companies offer refunds or guarantees on condition?
Rarely. Liquidation stock is sold as-is with no condition guarantee, because the prices sit far below retail. Expect a few damaged or broken items in every pallet.
Do you need a resale certificate to buy liquidation pallets?
Most liquidation companies sell without one, including Via Trading and Liquidation Palace Pro. A resale certificate is still worth getting, since it lets you buy inventory without paying sales tax.
How do liquidation stores work?
A liquidation store buys returned and overstock inventory in bulk, then resells it below retail as single items or by the pallet. Bin stores use the same model with a flat price that drops each day of the week.

