Where Do Amazon Returns Go?
Amazon returns end up at bin stores and liquidation outlets across the country. Find 322 verified stores selling Amazon returns in 46 states.
The Amazon Returns Pipeline
Ever wonder what happens to the millions of items returned to Amazon each year? Here's how they end up at your local bin store:
- Customer Returns: A customer returns an item to Amazon. Even if the item is in perfect condition, Amazon often can't resell it as "new" once it's been opened.
- Liquidation Auctions: Amazon bundles returns into pallets and sells them through their liquidation marketplace to authorized buyers at a fraction of the retail price.
- Distribution: Liquidation companies purchase these pallets and distribute them to bin stores, where items are sorted and placed in large bins for shoppers.
- Weekly Pricing: Bin stores price items on a declining weekly schedule — starting at $8-12 on restock day and dropping to $1 by the end of the cycle.
This system creates an incredible opportunity for bargain hunters. Items that originally retailed for $50-200+ can be purchased for just $1-10, depending on when you shop during the pricing cycle.
Amazon Return Stores by State
Amazon Returns FAQ
Where do Amazon returns go?
When customers return items to Amazon, those items are typically sold in bulk to liquidation companies through Amazon's own liquidation marketplace. These companies then distribute the merchandise to bin stores and liquidation outlets across the country, where shoppers can buy them at deeply discounted prices.
Are Amazon return bin stores legit?
Yes! Amazon return bin stores are legitimate businesses that purchase liquidation pallets directly from Amazon or through authorized liquidation brokers. The items are genuine products that were returned by customers — they may be in original packaging, opened, or occasionally damaged.
What kind of items can I find at Amazon return stores?
Amazon return stores carry a wide variety of merchandise including electronics, home goods, toys, clothing, beauty products, kitchen appliances, sporting goods, and more. Since Amazon sells virtually everything, the selection at return stores is incredibly diverse.
How much do Amazon returns cost at bin stores?
Prices at Amazon return bin stores typically follow a weekly schedule. Items start at $8-$12 on restock day and drop daily until they reach $1-2. The exact pricing varies by store, so check each listing for their specific schedule.
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