Buying by the outer carton from a B2B wholesaler: sharp prices without large volumes

Buying by the outer carton is the most accessible way to buy at wholesale prices. An outer carton is the manufacturer’s original pack, for example 6, 12 or 24 units of the same item. At B2B wholesaler Kooistra.com you order by the outer carton or as a mixed pallet from a constantly changing range of surplus stock and branded goods, from just €150 excl. VAT. That way you get stock lot prices without having to take a whole lot or container. In the Netherlands, delivery is free from €500.

What is an outer carton?

An outer carton is the box in which the manufacturer supplies a number of identical products to the trade. It is the standard selling unit in wholesale: small enough to order without a big commitment, large enough to get a sharp unit price. In our online shop, the pack size is stated clearly for each item, so you can easily work out your purchase price per unit.

Why are wholesale prices in the stock lot trade so sharp?

Kooistra.com is a surplus stock wholesaler: we buy excess stock, end-of-line ranges, shop inventories and bankruptcy lots from large retail chains, manufacturers and importers, names such as Blokker, Wehkamp, vidaXL and Curver. Because we take over complete lots in one go, our purchase price is well below the regular level. We pass that advantage on: you buy branded products by the outer carton at prices a regular B2B wholesaler cannot match. The consequence is that the range changes constantly. While stocks last really means while stocks last.

The advantages of buying by the outer carton

• Low risk: test a new product or brand with one outer carton before buying more.
• Low entry point: the minimum order value is only €150 excl. VAT, which suits new online shops and smaller retailers.
• Varied range: put together your own pallet with outer cartons from different categories, from home & garden to Blokker items.
• Scale up when you want: is an item selling well? Request the take-all price for the whole lot via the product page.

How ordering at Kooistra.com works

1. Free business account

Register free of charge as a business customer. You then see all prices and can order straight away.

2. Order by the outer carton or put together a pallet

Choose your items and quantities. Want a price quote first, for example for larger quantities? Add the items to the quote list and send the request, and we will send you a tailored quote.

3. Payment

Pay with iDeal, Mastercard, VISA, American Express, PayPal, Bancontact or by bank transfer against a pro forma invoice.

4. Fast delivery or collection

After payment, orders are usually shipped within two working days, mostly with track & trace. From €500 we deliver free in the Netherlands. You can also collect your order from our 15,000 m² warehouse in Leeuwarden. Delivery to Belgium, Germany and elsewhere in Europe is also possible.

Who is this interesting for?

Buying by the outer carton suits retailers, market traders, online shops and outlets that want to earn margin without taking a big risk. Larger buyers and exporters more often choose whole pallets, mixed lots or take-all deals, and we offer all of that under one roof. We supply customers throughout Europe and beyond.

A family business with 45+ years of trading experience

Kooistra.com has been active as a buyer and seller of surplus stock since 1979, and trading has been in the family since 1935. From Leeuwarden we serve retailers and wholesalers worldwide, and through our own shops such as Maxx and Actieverkoop we know retail from the inside. Read more about us, or go straight to the current range under new arrivals.

Start buying smart today

Create a free account, order your first outer cartons and see the price advantage of the stock lot trade for yourself. Do you have excess stock yourself? You can sell it to us via sell us your stock. If we're interested, we make you an offer straight away.

Frequently asked questions about buying by the outer carton

What exactly does “by the outer carton” mean?

You buy the original factory pack with a fixed number of identical products, for example 6, 12 or 24 units. The pack size is stated for each item in the online shop.

What is the minimum order?

The minimum order value is €150 excl. VAT. There is no obligation to take whole pallets or lots.

Why are prices lower than at a regular wholesaler?

Because we buy complete lots of surplus stock in one go from chains and importers, our purchase price is well below the regular level. We pass that advantage on to our business customers.

Can I order just one outer carton?

Yes, small orders of one or more outer cartons are possible. Contact our sales department or use the quote list; once the payment link has been paid, we ship your order as soon as possible.

When is delivery free?

In the Netherlands we deliver free from an order value of €500. Below that, fixed shipping costs apply, and collection in Leeuwarden is always possible.