Sell used clothes and shoes
Sell used clothes and shoes
Purchase of Large Quantities of Used Clothing
Giving Textiles a Second Life
Saving Resources Together
Tailored Collection Concepts
Textiles are valuable raw materials. At faircollect, we give clothing a second life in an environmentally responsible, socially conscious way and at fair, market-based conditions.
Whether you are a municipality looking to maintain a clean cityscape, an association seeking to raise funds for social projects, or a charitable or commercial collector in need of a reliable logistics partner, faircollect is your trusted link in the modern textile recycling cycle.
4 Reasons to Choose faircollect
Together, we bring textiles back into the circular economy.
01
Fair Market-Based Compensation
We offer attractive pricing and payment terms that are aligned with current market conditions.
02
Transparent Logistics
With accurate weighing records and complete documentation, you always know exactly how much material has been collected and transported. We provide flexible pickup directly from your location and, where collection volumes justify it, supply swap bodies (interchangeable containers) for efficient on-site loading.
03
Legal Compliance for Municipalities
As a certified waste management company, we ensure all textiles are processed in full compliance with the German Circular Economy Act (KrWG).
04
Financial Benefits for Associations
We help non-profit organizations easily turn their textile collections into funding for charitable and community projects.
We Offer Two Collection Options for New Partners
1. faircollect Door-to-Door Collection
We provide you with several hundred free flyers to distribute. Households place their used clothing and shoes, securely packed, outside their front doors so that you can collect them at the agreed time.
If you have any questions about how the collection process works, the faircollect team is always happy to assist you.
2. faircollect Collection Containers
Once you are familiar with the faircollect concept, you can identify suitable locations for our attractive and user-friendly used clothing and shoe collection containers. After receiving written permission from the property owner, the containers can be installed immediately. Once in place, you simply empty the deposited clothing and shoes on a regular basis.
GLAESER-textil covers the cost of purchasing the collection containers. This allows you to focus entirely on finding new locations and servicing the containers regularly.
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We consider every kilogram of textiles an investment in our environment. Through our purchasing program, we ensure that clothing is not disposed of through incineration but is instead kept in the material recycling cycle for continued reuse and recovery.
Would you like to sell large quantities of used clothing?
Fill out the contact form with your inquiry, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
FAQ
Do you have any further questions?
Send us a message, and we'll be happy to assist you.
What are the collection criteria?
Used clothing
The following items are accepted: 👍
- Wearable clothing (trousers, T-shirts, blouses, shirts, coats, jackets, sweaters, etc.)
- Curtains
- Bags and handbags
- Belts
- Feather bedding (pillows and duvets)
The following items are NOT accepted (please dispose of them separately):👎
- Wet, rotten, or moldy textiles
- Heavily soiled or damaged clothing
- Foam materials
- Fabric scraps
- Electrical appliances
- Mattresses
- Carpets and rugs
- Household waste of any kind
- Pillows and duvets with foam filling
- Plastic children's toys
- Suitcases
- Stuffed fabric toys
Used shoes
The following items are accepted:👍
- Wearable shoes
A balanced mix of sports shoes, men's, women's, and children's shoes, as well as summer and winter footwear, is preferred.
The following items are accepted in normal household quantities:
- Rubber boots
Hard plastic footwear may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us before delivery, and ensure these items are packed separately:
- Ice skates
- Inline skates
- Ski boots
The following items are NOT accepted (please dispose of them separately): 👎
- Single shoes (unpaired)
- Heavily soiled shoes
- Damaged shoes (e.g., detached soles or torn uppers)
How is the price determined?
Our offer and payment are based on the current market price per kilogram. Your textiles are weighed on-site, and payment is calculated according to the total weight.
Do you offer collection services?
Yes. For businesses, associations, and household clearances involving larger quantities, we are happy to arrange an individual collection appointment. Private individuals are asked to use our collection points or textile collection containers.
What types of textiles and shoes do you purchase?
We purchase a wide range of textiles, including good-quality, wearable clothing such as trousers, T-shirts, blouses, shirts, coats, jackets, and sweaters. We also accept household textiles such as curtains, feather-filled pillows and duvets, bags, and belts. Shoes are accepted as long as they are provided in matching pairs.
Where can I drop off used clothing?
For smaller quantities, most municipalities provide public collection containers operated by local authorities or charitable organizations. If you would like to sell larger quantities of used clothing or shoes, you can arrange to deliver them directly to our facility in Ulm by prior appointment. Please contact us in advance to organize the delivery.
Can I sell textiles from a household clearance?
Yes. We gladly accept larger quantities of textiles and shoes from household clearances, provided they are clean and in good condition. Depending on the volume, you can either deliver them to our facility in Ulm by appointment or request a collection service. Please contact us beforehand so we can arrange the details and confirm the acceptance requirements.
How should I dispose of unwanted clothing?
Since 1 January 2025, the separate collection of textile waste has been mandatory for all households under the EU Waste Framework Directive and the German Circular Economy Act (KrWG). As a result, reusable clothing and shoes should no longer be disposed of in household waste. Instead, they should be placed in designated textile collection containers so they can be reused or recycled.