RealismThrift Export is a direct-source wholesale supplier of used branded clothing based in Guangzhou, China. We operate a 15,000mยฒ sorting facility with 200+ trained staff who process and grade second-hand garments from first-tier Chinese cities daily. Every bale we export has been through our standardized 5-step sorting and quality-control process โ ensuring you receive consistent, accurately graded merchandise every time.
We supply wholesale buyers, thrift store chains, market traders, and NGOs across Africa, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and Europe. Whether you need a 100-bale trial order or a full 40HQ container, we handle everything from sorting to door-to-door delivery.
* Brand availability varies by season and batch. Contact us for current stock list and photos.
This is what separates RealismThrift Export from ordinary second-hand dealers. We don't just ship mixed bags โ we deliver professionally sorted, consistently graded merchandise that your customers will trust. Every single bale passes through all five steps before it leaves our facility.
Raw second-hand clothing arrives daily at our Guangzhou facility from collection networks across Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and other first-tier cities. Upon arrival, all items are immediately separated by garment type โ tops, bottoms, outerwear, sportswear, and accessories โ before any further processing begins.
Our trained sorters examine every garment's brand label, care label, and stitching quality under magnified lighting. The team has memorized the label characteristics of 200+ brands and can quickly identify authentic branded items from generic ones. Items are grouped into brand-specific bins for downstream processing.
Each garment is assessed against our standardized 3-tier grading system. Graders evaluate fabric condition, color fastness, stain presence, pilling, and overall wearability using a 6-point checklist. This grading system is consistent across all batches โ so buyers always know exactly what they're receiving.
Like-new. No stains, tears or fading. Minimal wear. Premium resale quality.
Good condition. Minor signs of wear. Light marks. Regular resale quality.
Wearable. Visible wear or minor stains. Budget markets or upcycling.
All Grade A garments undergo industrial cleaning and deodorizing before packing. Steam pressing restores the garment's original shape. This step ensures your customers receive merchandise that looks and smells fresh โ a critical factor for retail resale success.
Sorted garments are hydraulically compressed and packed into PP woven bales at precise weights. Each bale is labeled with grade, weight, content, and destination. Before container loading, a senior QC inspector performs a final 5% random sampling check. Photos and videos of your specific order are sent to you for approval before shipment.
| Bale weight | 25 / 45 / 70 kg options |
| Bale size | 75ร40ร35 cm (standard) |
| 20GP capacity | ~280 bales (~13 tons) |
| 40HQ capacity | ~580 bales (~28 tons) |
| Custom packing | Available on request |
A typical Grade A Mixed Brand bale (45kg) contains approximately 120โ180 individual garments across multiple categories and brands. The exact composition varies by batch, but our standard mix ratio ensures a balanced assortment that appeals to a wide customer base.
| Category | % of Bale | Approx. Pieces |
|---|---|---|
| T-Shirts & Polo Shirts | 30% | 36โ54 pcs |
| Hoodies & Sweatshirts | 20% | 24โ36 pcs |
| Jeans & Trousers | 20% | 24โ36 pcs |
| Jackets & Coats | 15% | 18โ27 pcs |
| Dresses & Skirts | 10% | 12โ18 pcs |
| Sportswear Sets | 5% | 6โ9 pcs |
| Category | Grade | Bale Weight | MOQ | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Brand Clothes | A | 45 kg | 100 bales | $1.8โ$2.5/kg |
| Nike / Adidas Specific | A | 45 kg | 200 bales | $3.5โ$5.0/kg |
| Denim & Jeans Mix | A | 45 kg | 100 bales | $2.0โ$3.0/kg |
| Jackets & Coats Mix | A/B | 30 kg | 100 bales | $2.5โ$4.0/kg |
| Children's Clothes Mix | A | 25 kg | 100 bales | $1.5โ$2.2/kg |
| Mixed Brand (B-Grade) | B | 45 kg | 100 bales | $0.8โ$1.2/kg |
| Bulk Mixed (C-Grade) | C | 45 kg | 500 bales | $0.3โ$0.6/kg |
* Prices are indicative. Contact us for a current quote. Volume discounts for orders above 1,000 bales.
15,000mยฒ facility with 200+ trained sorters. No middlemen โ you buy directly from the source.
Standardized grading system across all batches. What you see in the sample is what you get in bulk.
12+ years exporting to 110+ countries. We know customs requirements for Africa, SE Asia, Middle East and more.
Orders ready in 7โ14 days. Large ready-stock inventory for immediate dispatch.
Personal account manager. WhatsApp, email and video call support in English, French and Arabic.
Start with 100 bales. Scale up to full container loads as your business grows.
Our sales team will reply within 12 hours with a detailed price list and product catalog.
Get a free price quotation within 12 hours. Our sales team speaks English, French, Spanish, and Arabic.