Trade accounts
First look at the stock that moves
A Palletise trade account gives resellers and business buyers trade-only pricing, early access to incoming lots, saved searches, manifests and bulk enquiries — all in one place, with no membership fee.
What's included
Six reasons trade buyers choose Palletise
Everything a professional buyer needs to source, value and move stock — without the mystery-box gamble.
First look at incoming stock
Trade accounts see new wholesale, liquidation and return lots before they go public — the best stock never reaches the open marketplace.
Trade-only pricing & credit terms
Prices shown ex-VAT across wholesale lines. Established trade accounts can apply for credit terms and bulk discounting.
Saved searches & watchlists
Save queries like 'Electrical return pallets, Manchester' and get notified when matching stock lands.
Manifests & invoices
Download full manifests for the lots you buy and invoices for every order — clean records for your accounts.
Pallet & bulk freight
Trade accounts get quoted pallet and bulk freight rates against real postcodes and pallet counts, not generic estimates.
Bulk & bespoke enquiries
Tell us what you need — volume, category, condition — and we'll match it against incoming stock before it lists.
Is it for you?
Who qualifies for a trade account
A trade account is for genuine business buyers, not end consumers. If you buy stock to resell, you almost certainly qualify.
Resellers & retailers
If you buy stock to resell — on marketplaces, in a shop, at car boots or online — a trade account is built for you.
Registered businesses
Sole traders, partnerships and limited companies trading in the UK. You don't need to be VAT-registered to apply.
Logistics & fulfilment
Fulfilment operators, 3PLs and carriers sourcing palletised or bulk stock for onward distribution.
Stock buyers & jobbers
Professional buyers and jobbers who move volume and want consistent, fairly graded supply.
How to apply
From application to first order
A straightforward, no-paperwork process. Most accounts are live within one working day.
Submit your application
Fill in the form below with your business details and the stock you typically buy. It takes under two minutes.
We verify your business
We confirm your trading status. Most accounts are approved within one working day — no lengthy paperwork.
Get first look access
Once approved, you'll see trade-only pricing and incoming stock before it lists publicly.
Buy, collect & repeat
Place orders, arrange collection or delivery, download manifests and invoices, and save searches for next time.
Trade vs public
What changes when you're approved
| Feature | Public buyer | Trade account |
|---|---|---|
| See incoming stock before it lists | — | Included |
| Trade-only ex-VAT pricing | — | Included |
| Saved searches & watchlist alerts | — | Included |
| Download manifests & invoices | On request | Included |
| Bulk & bespoke stock enquiries | — | Included |
| Credit terms (established accounts) | — | Included |
| Membership fee | — | Free |
FAQs
Trade account questions, answered
Everything a new trade buyer tends to ask before applying.
Who is a trade account for?
Anyone buying stock to resell — resellers, retailers, fulfilment operators, jobbers and stock buyers. You don't need to be VAT-registered, but you do need to be a genuine trade buyer rather than an end consumer.
Do I need to be VAT-registered?
No. VAT-registered businesses will see prices excluding VAT and receive VAT invoices, but non-VAT-registered sole traders and businesses are welcome to apply.
How long does approval take?
Most applications are reviewed and approved within one working day. We may contact you to confirm your trading details if anything is unclear.
What does a trade account cost?
Nothing. There is no membership fee and no ongoing subscription. You only pay for the stock you buy, plus delivery where applicable.
What is 'first look' access?
Selected incoming lots are released to trade accounts before they appear on the public marketplace. This gives trade buyers the chance to secure the best stock before it's widely visible.
Can I get credit terms?
Established trade accounts in good standing can apply for credit terms. New accounts start on a pre-pay basis, and credit is reviewed as the trading relationship builds.
Can I submit a bulk enquiry?
Yes. Trade accounts can submit a bulk enquiry specifying category, volume and condition, and we'll match it against incoming stock — often before it lists publicly.
How is delivery handled?
Individual products ship by parcel. Palletised goods and bulk orders are quoted against your postcode and pallet count, with collection available from our Stockport warehouse.
Apply now
Open a trade account
Tell us about your business and the stock you buy. We'll review and get back to you within one working day — no fee, no paperwork mountain.