Electronics stock buyer

In short

If your business has a lot of new electronics that no longer sells, Kooistra.com buys it in one go. We are talking about overstock, end-of-line models, return lots from online shops and complete shop stock. We do not buy large appliances such as washing machines and fridges, used or broken devices, or stock from private individuals. Send us the brand, type, quantities and photos and if we're interested, you will receive an offer straight away.

What does an electronics stock buyer do?

An electronics stock buyer takes over lots of electrical devices and accessories from businesses in one go. Kooistra.com takes the whole lot, plans the transport and sells the devices on to retailers and traders. You free up warehouse space and no longer have to sell or mark down items one by one.

Electronics age quickly. A new model makes the previous version worth less within a season, even if it is still boxed. The sooner you sell a lot, the more it usually fetches.

Which electronics do we buy?

We mainly buy small electronics and small household appliances that no longer fit your own sales, preferably in their original packaging and with a Dutch or European plug. Complete lots of one brand or type fetch the most. For example:

• small household appliances, such as kitchen appliances, irons and vacuum cleaners;
• audio, video and gaming;
• accessories such as cables, chargers, power banks, lighting and batteries;
• overstock and end-of-line models from importers and wholesalers;
• return lots from online shops, new or unused (see also selling returned goods);
• the stock of a shop that is closing or changing its range (see selling shop stock).

You can see where such a lot ends up in our webshop: the electronics section has devices from earlier lots.

Which electronics do we not buy?

We do not buy large household appliances such as washing machines, dryers, fridges and dishwashers. We also do not take used, broken or discarded devices, used phones and laptops, or stock from private individuals. The same goes for devices without CE marking or of unclear origin. If in doubt, send a photo of the type plate and the packaging.

Discarded electrical devices belong at an approved collection point. In the Netherlands Stichting OPEN organises collection and recycling on behalf of producers, under the Dutch WEEE regulations (Regeling AEEA). If you place devices on the market yourself, the Dutch government's Ondernemersplein explains what you need to do.

What should you include in your offer for a lot of electronics?

For a good offer we need the brand, type or EAN code, quantities and condition of each item: new in box, unopened return or opened return. Photos of the device, the packaging and the type plate help. A stock list from Excel or your till system is fine too.

With return lots, condition makes the biggest difference. State whether the devices have been tested and whether all accessories and manuals are included. Accessories with lithium batteries, such as power banks, fall under the rules for dangerous goods in transport; evofenedex explains what that means. We take this into account when planning the transport.

How do you sell a lot of electronics to Kooistra.com?

Selling takes three steps: you offer the lot, you receive an offer straight away if we're interested, and once you agree we plan the transport. For the offer, a list with brand, type and quantities plus a few photos is enough.

1. Offer your lot. Fill in the form on this page or send a WhatsApp message to +31 6 50642642.
2. An offer straight away. If we're interested, you receive a concrete, no-obligation offer for the whole lot.
3. Transport. Once you agree, we book a haulier. Lots near Leeuwarden or on a route we are driving anyway are sometimes collected by us.

What determines the price of a lot of electronics?

The price depends on brand, how recent the model is, the condition of the packaging and the quantities per type. New devices in an unopened box fetch the most; opened returns less, because we have to check them. A lot of one type sells on faster than a mix of single items.

A lot that sits in stock for a long time also costs money on the balance sheet. According to the Dutch Tax Administration (Belastingdienst) you may value obsolete stock below cost price, provided you can substantiate it. Your accountant can tell you what that means for your figures. Once a lot is sold, you know exactly what the stock brought in.

Why do businesses sell their electronics to Kooistra.com?

• In the stock lot trade since 1979. We buy and sell surplus stock from our own 15,000 m² warehouse in Leeuwarden. Read more on about us.
• Discreet. If you do not want your items turning up at a lower price next to your own sales, we agree where the lot may and may not be sold.
• A quick answer. An offer straight away if we're interested, with no obligation.
• Any size. From a few cartons of accessories to a full lorry load of devices.

Frequently asked questions about selling electronics stock

Do you buy used or broken electronics?

No. Kooistra.com only buys new or unused electronics from businesses. We do not buy used, broken or discarded devices; those belong at an approved collection point.

Do you buy large household appliances?

No. We do not buy large appliances such as washing machines, dryers, fridges and dishwashers. We do buy small household appliances, such as kitchen appliances, irons and vacuum cleaners, preferably new and in their original box.

Can I sell electronics to you as a private individual?

No. We only buy lots from businesses, such as importers, wholesalers, online shops and retailers. We do not reply to offers from private individuals.

Do you buy return lots of electronics from online shops?

Yes, if the devices are new or unused. State for each item whether the box has been opened and whether all accessories are included. Opened returns get a lower offer than unopened ones, because we have to check them.

How quickly will I receive an offer for my lot of electronics?

If we're interested, you receive a concrete, no-obligation offer straight away. With brand, type or EAN code, quantities and photos we can make the quickest and sharpest offer.

Do you also buy small lots of accessories?

Yes. We buy lots of cables, chargers, lighting and other accessories from a few cartons upwards. Send a list of items and quantities and if we're interested, you will receive an offer straight away.

Does Kooistra.com arrange the transport of the electronics?

Yes. Once you agree, we book a haulier, taking the rules for lithium batteries into account. Lots near Leeuwarden or on a route we are driving anyway are sometimes collected by us.

Selling a lot of electronics?

Fill in the form on this page or offer your lot. If we're interested, you will receive a no-obligation offer straight away. If you would like to talk it through first, call +31 58 203 00 88 or send a WhatsApp to +31 6 50642642.