Frequently asked questions

Everything about ordering, delivery, payment and offering us a lot. Search for your question below or browse the categories. If your question is not there, we are happy to help you personally.

Ordering & range

Who can order from Kooistra?

Kooistra.com sells only to business customers: retailers, online shops, market traders and job-lot traders, wholesalers and buyers. Create a free account to see prices and place orders. Private customers are welcome in our own shops: Maxx, Actieverkoop and the Loodsverkoop warehouse sale.

Do you sell per piece or per outer carton?

We sell per outer carton. The number of pieces per carton is shown with every product, and quantities in the basket go up automatically in whole cartons.

Is there a minimum order value?

Yes, the minimum order value is €150 excl. VAT. This applies to delivery as well as to collection in Leeuwarden.

Can I place a small order of one or a few outer cartons?

Yes. Add the products you want to the quote list and send it, or contact our sales team. We will then send you a payment link as soon as possible and ship the order once it has been paid.

Can I buy the whole lot of an item?

Yes. Request the take-all price for the whole lot on the product page. We will come back to you as soon as possible with our sharpest price.

How does a quote request work?

In the webshop, select the items and quantities you would like a price for, add them to the quote and send the request from the quote page. You will receive a quote tailored to your request.

Who is the quote request for?

For customers who want more price information first, for customers who want to know the take-all price of one or more items, and for customers in countries we do not ship to as standard.

Can I reserve products?

No, products cannot be reserved. Our lots change quickly, so the goods go to whoever orders first.

How do I stay informed about new lots and offers?

Sign up for our newsletter or our WhatsApp list. That way you are the first to hear about the latest lots and offers.

Delivery & collection

What does delivery within the Netherlands cost?

For the Netherlands there is a fixed delivery charge of €69 on orders from the minimum order value of €150. From €500 we deliver free of charge.

When is my order delivered free of charge?

In the Netherlands delivery is free from an order value of €500. For Belgium that is €750, for Germany and Luxembourg €2,000. Higher thresholds apply to other countries; you will find them on the shipping & payment information page.

What is the minimum order value for delivery abroad?

It differs per country: Netherlands €150, Belgium €250, Germany and Luxembourg €850, Denmark, Czech Republic, Poland, Austria, France, Slovakia, Hungary and Italy €1,450, and Spain, Portugal, Sweden and Slovenia €1,950. For collection in Leeuwarden it is always €150.

Which countries do you ship to?

Our delivery countries include the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Denmark, Czech Republic, Poland, Austria, France, Slovakia, Hungary, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Sweden and Slovenia. Is your country not on the list? Email info@kooistra.com or send a quote request stating your country, and we will see how we can still get the order to you.

What is the delivery time for my order?

Once payment has been received, orders are usually shipped within two working days, by arrangement with you. We will contact you about the delivery time and usually send a track & trace.

Can I collect my order myself in Leeuwarden?

Yes. At the end of checkout, choose collection under the delivery options. You are welcome at our wholesale warehouse at Apolloweg 2 in Leeuwarden on working days from 8:00 to 17:00.

What if my order arrives damaged or incomplete?

Report it by email to info@kooistra.com within 24 hours of delivery, with photos and your order number. We will then agree together how to put it right: a full or partial credit, a replacement delivery, or we collect the goods and arrange the return transport.

Can I return a product I ordered by mistake?

Unfortunately we cannot take back products ordered by mistake. Not sure about an item or a quantity? Please get in touch before you place your order.

Payment

Which payment methods can I use?

You can pay by iDEAL | Wero, credit card (Visa or Mastercard), Apple Pay, Google Pay, Bancontact or bank transfer. For a bank transfer we first send you a pro forma invoice.

How do I pay after a quote or a verbal purchase agreement?

Once you accept a quote, we send a pro forma invoice with the payment details for a bank transfer. The same applies to agreements on a whole lot and to purchases agreed by email, phone or WhatsApp. If you prefer, we send a payment link instead.

When will I receive the invoice?

You will receive the invoice by email as soon as your order has been shipped.

Are the amounts including or excluding VAT?

The minimum order value of €150 is excl. VAT. Do you have a question about the VAT on your invoice? Email info@kooistra.com or call +31 58 203 00 88.

When is my order shipped after payment?

As soon as payment has been received we start processing your order. The shipment usually leaves our warehouse within two working days, by arrangement with you.

Offer a lot

How can I offer a lot?

Fill in the form on the offer a lot page with a short description, the quantities and any photos or lists. You are of course also welcome to call +31 58 203 00 88 or send us a WhatsApp message.

How quickly will I get a bid for my lot?

Our buyer reviews your offer and usually comes back within 24 hours with a fair, no-obligation bid.

What does Kooistra buy?

Anything in consumer goods: surplus stock and overstock, bankruptcy stock, shop and factory stock, end-of-line items, old collections, B-grade items, seasonal products and mixed lots.

What don't you buy?

We do not buy second-hand products, private goods or household effects. Not sure whether your lot fits? Feel free to call or WhatsApp us and we will think it through with you.

Does Kooistra also buy from private individuals?

No. We only buy trade stock from businesses.

How small or large can my lot be?

From a few pallets to full truckloads. Small lots are interesting too, and organisationally and financially we can buy hundreds or thousands of pallets in one go.

Who arranges transport and how quickly do I get paid?

We arrange the transport and collect the lot from you. As soon as we agree on the price, we pay the invoice straight away.

Do you also buy lots with a brand restriction?

Yes. We sell worldwide, including to Dubai, the Middle East and Africa. A brand restriction within Europe is therefore not a problem for us.

About Kooistra & visiting

Can I visit the showroom in Leeuwarden?

Yes, by appointment. You will find us at Apolloweg 2 in Leeuwarden. Call +31 58 203 00 88 or email info@kooistra.com to make an appointment.

What are your opening hours?

We are open and available on working days, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 to 17:00.

How long has Kooistra been in business?

Kooistra.com has been buying and selling surplus stock since 1979. From our 15,000 m² warehouse in Leeuwarden we supply retailers, traders and wholesalers in the Netherlands and abroad.

I am a private customer. Where can I buy your products?

In our own shops: Maxx, Actieverkoop and the Loodsverkoop warehouse sale. Keep an eye on these shops' social media for current opening hours and offers.

May I use images and text from Kooistra.com for my online shop?

Yes, in almost all cases. To be sure, please check with us first.

How do I contact you?

Call +31 58 203 00 88, email info@kooistra.com or send us a WhatsApp message. We are available on working days from 8:00 to 17:00.

Question not listed?

Our sales team is happy to help with a question about a product, a quantity, delivery or a lot you want to offer us. WhatsApp, call or email us and we will get back to you quickly.

Email us at info@kooistra.com · available Mon–Fri 8:00–17:00