Credentials is an industry buzz word that refers to unsorted and untouched second-hand clothing in original bags donated by individuals.
These are sometimes referred to as “original” donations. When we buy credential used clothes, they are still in the same condition as when they were donated to the charity or recycling company.
If you have ever dropped a bag of used clothes into a collection bin or brought it to a charity, that bag is filled with credential used clothing. Charities and recycling companies collect those bags, make sure they’re free of trash or wet clothing, and sell them in bulk to Bank & Vogue. We work with many different types of companies all over the world who buy these products for resale.
A World of Sourcing Expertise
Bank & Vogue sources used clothes from only the best-producing markets across North America. Every year, we broker and ship tons of quality used goods to countries across the globe.
And we’re growing! That means Bank & Vogue is actively searching for new suppliers. If you represent a charity or not-for-profit that can supply us with credential used clothing, in bulk, call us.
How to Pack Credential Used Clothing
If you’re new to credential used clothing supply, packing may not be top of mind. But it’s important!
Credential used clothes are usually packed in bales for transport. We also buy them loose in full trailer loads for the domestic market.
Bales can be in the following sizes:
- SMALL: 100-250 pounds
- LARGE: 800-1000 pounds
- EXTRA LARGE: 1000-1200 pounds
Credential used clothes are most commonly packed in large and extra-large bales before they are loaded on trucks and containers.
We buy credential second hand clothing for the North American market in 53’ trailers. For the export market, we load 40’ high cube sea containers.
Guide: How to bale credential clothing and mixed rags
Guide: How to load a 40′ HC export container or a 48′ to 53′ truck trailer
Expert Logistics
Don’t forget to ask us about our expert logistics services!
Bank & Vogue’s logistics team can handle the end-to-end transport of your second-hand clothing products. We offer reliable, exceptional service with clear communication and timely pickup.
A Note to Individuals
We deal only with supplier charities and recycling companies. If you have one or two bags of personal used clothes that you would like to donate, we encourage you to contact a local charity or mission, who will gladly pick them up or tell you where to drop them off. Every donation supports important local community programs.
