An Ultimate Guide to Buying Target Pallets: What You Need to Know

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The best places to buy liquidation pallets from Target

Co-authored by Aly Rusciano

Last Updated: January 28, 2024 Fact Checked

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Where to Buy Target Pallets

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Pallet Auction Process

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Target Pallet Costs

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What are in Target pallets?

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Reselling Pallet Items

Want to buy overstock or returned items from Target for super cheap but don’t know where to look? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Liquidation inventory purchases are all the rage these days and can help you grow your business or make a considerable profit. These pallets contain several items stores basically don’t want anymore—think of it like buying an extra, extra large mystery box. So, where and how can you purchase Target pallets? Read on to find out.

Things You Should Know

Target liquidation pallets can be purchased on websites like Bstock.com and Liquidation.com.
Liquidation pallets typically cost between $200 and $5,000+ and depend on the amount of bids and quality items.
Pallets can be picked up at local liquidation warehouses or shipped to you.

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Where can you buy Target pallets?

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Bstock.com Bstock.com is one of the leading websites for buying liquidation and returned items. The company auctions off overstock from Target, selling it to qualifying customers. Simply register for the Target Liquidation Auctions and start bidding!^{[1]
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- Bstock.com also has auction marketplaces for Walmart, Home Depot, Amazon, and Wayfair.
- The website also provides a variety of filters so you can find exactly what you need. Filter pallets by Shipment Type, Current Bids, and Condition.
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Liquidation.com Liquidation.com is another website that sells Target pallets and truckloads. Returned items and shelf pulls can be purchased by auction.^{[2]
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- Liquidation.com also offers liquidation from Amazon, Home Depot, Lowe’s, Overstock, and Wayfair.
- Auctions on the website can be organized by Lot Size (Pallet or Package), along with Category, Condition, and Number of Bids.
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At a warehouse Bstock.com and Liquidation.com give their customers the option to pick up their pallet purchases in person. This is a great way to cut down shipping costs. Check out the warehouse locations below to see if a pick-up spot is near you:
- Bstock.com:^{[3]
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  - Elkridge, MD
  - Taylors, SC
  - Waco, TX
  - Compton, CA
  - Hagerstown, MD
  - Savannah, GA
  - Goodyear, AZ
  - Indianapolis, IN
- Liquidation.com:^{[4]
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  - Plainfield, IN
  - Garland, TX
  - Las Vegas, NV
  - Pittston, PA
  - Brampton, ON
  - North Wilkesboro, NC
  - Phoenix, AZ
  - Hebron, KY

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How do pallet auctions work?

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Pallet liquidation auctions work like live bids. Pallets are compiled by liquidation companies or independent sellers and then sold on liquidation platforms. The buying process is similar to eBay, where customers bid or offer a price for a listing. The more bids a pallet listing has, the higher the price will likely be. Whoever has the highest bid in the end wins the pallet.^{[5]
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- In some instances, a listing will have a reserve price (or a starting price listed by the seller), which is the lowest price the seller will accept for the pallet.
- Auctions usually last between 48 and 72 hours, but this can be changed by the seller.

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How much do Target pallets cost?

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Target pallets can cost anywhere between $200 and $5,000+. The pallet’s cost depends on the pallet’s size and quality and the auction and bidding process. In some cases, you can snag a pallet full of quality items for around $200. But a larger pallet with a high number of bids could cost well over $1,000.
- The beauty of purchasing liquidation palettes is that you can work around your budget. Categorize auctions by price to stay within your price range.^{[6]
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- Typically, the items in the pallets cost more than the pallets themselves; however, this is always a gamble, as there’s never a sure way to know what will be in a pallet.

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What are in Target pallets?

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Target pallets are full of items related to the category of purchase. What you find in your Target liquidation pallet will likely be a complete mystery! You can find clothing, furniture, home goods, electronics, and more within a pallet. Some sellers list top brands, categories of items, and/or the overall quality of items in the pallet, but there’s rarely ever a full rundown of what’s in the box.
- Because of this, it’s best to be mindful about what you’re purchasing, as most companies do not accept returns on liquidation purchases.^{[7]
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Best Practices for Reselling Target Liquidation Inventory

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Delabeling is the process of removing any and all labels from a product before reselling it. More often than not, the items in your pallet will have destroyed or removed labels. However, if a shipping label or price tag is still on the product, it’ll need to be removed.^{[8]
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Take pictures. Don’t skip taking quality pictures of the products you want to sell! Put clothes on mannequins. Display knick-knacks on a white background. Do your best to make the product look like something people will want to buy.^{[9]
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- Out of ideas? Flip through a magazine or scroll through your favorite shopping website. Try to replicate how they’ve photographed similar products.
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Buy for the season early. Target typically starts selling liquidation or overstock items 2 months after a season.^{[10]
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- Let’s say you want to stock your website or store with winter jackets for the chilly months. Make sure to purchase a winter clothing and accessories pallet in March or April when the winter season is over. This way, you’ll have product for the following year.
People love a good bundle, and you can use this to your advantage! When you get your pallet or return items, focus on pairing them in like categories. For instance, furniture and home decor pair well, while gardening and kitchen items might also work well together.^{[11]
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Flip pallet merchandise on eBay or Amazon. One of the best ways to make money off of your pallet purchase is to resell the items on eBay or Amazon. Selling on eBay allows you to list items for free with limited restrictions, whereas selling on Amazon requires you to be a licensed seller and follow stricter guidelines. Choose whichever website works for you (or opt to use both).^{[12]
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- Per sale, you can typically make within a 30 to 40% profit margin on reselling liquidation merchandise.
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Resell merchandise at flea markets. If selling products online isn’t your thing, no worries! Try setting up a booth at your local flea market to make a profit. As a vendor, you can sell your liquidation merchandise at a discount, all while making money in the process.^{[13]
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- Contact your chosen flea market or venue about setting up a booth. Some may require a set-up fee.