thanks, AgnesI know this is an old thread, but I called into one of these shops a few weeks ago for the first time as I had some old (mens) clothes I wanted rid off. They pointed out that they were only interested in good quality clothes which ruled my clothes out.
Looking at what was going on in the shop, it was clear that they were not just shoving the clothes in bin liners and selling them in bulk, but carefully sorting them out so that they could sell them in various ways. No doubt they will be selling the better items on ebay etc. among others and not just selling them in bulk to Eastern Europe.
Looking at what was going on in the shop, it was clear that they were not just shoving the clothes in bin liners and selling them in bulk, but carefully sorting them out so that they could sell them in various ways. No doubt they will be selling the better items on ebay etc. among others and not just selling them in bulk to Eastern Europe.
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Merchant UK
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The price fetched by second-hand textiles fluctuates (in a similar way to other commodities such as oil, wheat and coffee). As at mid-2013, virgin clothes (see definition below) were fetching just over £1,000 per tonne. This was three times the price of seven years before.
This rise has caused an increase in the number of commercial collectors in the UK (including misleading and bogus 'charitable' collectors). It's also led to an increase in the theft of bags left out for house-to-house collections.
'Virgin clothes' means they're as-donated, unsorted. However, once they've been picked over by charity shops (and the best items removed), the remaining items fetch a lower price.
Charities - When the second-hand value of textiles rises, the effect on charities is mixed :
Charity shops earn more per tonne when they pass rejects on to recycling companies.
With collections, where a charity gets a royalty per tonne (or a fixed amount per month), the effect on the charity depends on the arrangement with the commercial partner (the collector) :
In some cases the charity gets more money to reflect the increased value.
Unfortunately, in other cases the charity still gets the same income - and the commercial partner keeps all the extra revenue.
There's an increase in the proportion of collection bags stolen, thus reducing revenue.
This rise has caused an increase in the number of commercial collectors in the UK (including misleading and bogus 'charitable' collectors). It's also led to an increase in the theft of bags left out for house-to-house collections.
'Virgin clothes' means they're as-donated, unsorted. However, once they've been picked over by charity shops (and the best items removed), the remaining items fetch a lower price.
Charities - When the second-hand value of textiles rises, the effect on charities is mixed :
Charity shops earn more per tonne when they pass rejects on to recycling companies.
With collections, where a charity gets a royalty per tonne (or a fixed amount per month), the effect on the charity depends on the arrangement with the commercial partner (the collector) :
In some cases the charity gets more money to reflect the increased value.
Unfortunately, in other cases the charity still gets the same income - and the commercial partner keeps all the extra revenue.
There's an increase in the proportion of collection bags stolen, thus reducing revenue.
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Hi Peter,
I am interested in what you pay and your payment terms? Feel free to get in touch with me.
Many Thanks
Jennifer
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ASECCO
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We have shipped and exported our clothing to over 14 countries so far.
For more details please visit our online store and website for more details.
Asecco is multi-divisional export company with primary focus on textile stock management and recycling.We process tonnes of textiles and unwanted material every week. We are committed to preserve and protect environment and export our recycled products to people that need them the most in Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe
Asecco brands:
Asecco Outlet™ is all about British and global high profile ex-chains clothing. We’re purely focusing on B2B wholesale operations. These are “overstocks” or “clearance” from major high-street retail shop. From D&G, Ralph Lauren,Abercombie & Fitch to Nike,Mothercare, Dunnes, Debenhams, Bhs, Monsoon, Marks & Spencer and many more!
Asecco Used Clothes™ range of second-hand clothing, from original unsorted mix to superior cream quality clothing!
For more details please visit our online store and website for more details.
Asecco is multi-divisional export company with primary focus on textile stock management and recycling.We process tonnes of textiles and unwanted material every week. We are committed to preserve and protect environment and export our recycled products to people that need them the most in Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe
Asecco brands:
Asecco Outlet™ is all about British and global high profile ex-chains clothing. We’re purely focusing on B2B wholesale operations. These are “overstocks” or “clearance” from major high-street retail shop. From D&G, Ralph Lauren,Abercombie & Fitch to Nike,Mothercare, Dunnes, Debenhams, Bhs, Monsoon, Marks & Spencer and many more!
Asecco Used Clothes™ range of second-hand clothing, from original unsorted mix to superior cream quality clothing!
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Hello
Yes I do . I have two avenues really.
The first is a cash for clothes business that I'm in the process of starting up which should be up and running very soon, so the price per kg would typically depend on the quantity , type and frequency . My research shows I will have to pay 50 p per kg to buy the clothes.
The second option is I have a factory, which would mean price per item or bundle
Please let me know your thoughts .
Thanks
Yes I do . I have two avenues really.
The first is a cash for clothes business that I'm in the process of starting up which should be up and running very soon, so the price per kg would typically depend on the quantity , type and frequency . My research shows I will have to pay 50 p per kg to buy the clothes.
The second option is I have a factory, which would mean price per item or bundle
Please let me know your thoughts .
Thanks
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We are buying around 1 tonne a month (unsorted) for 50p a kg, selling surplus for 30p kg.
We have been offered Grade A for 80p kg, but supplier is in London, so we are looking for a similar price closer to the North East.
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Hi.. im based in greater London .. welling so may not be any better than your other supplier but im sure we could arrange something.. can you pm me your details and when I get enough grade A together I can give you a call/email?
Alternatively if you have any use for thr brand new clothes we can do a great price on bundles.
Thanks
Alternatively if you have any use for thr brand new clothes we can do a great price on bundles.
Thanks
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