Importing used clothing from the USA – a supplier for wholesale importers

A trusted source of American raw material, predictable quality and full logistics and documentation handling - from order to unloading at the destination port.

Are you importing used clothing from the USA? A&E Clothing delivers sorted goods straight from the East Coast of the USA in Grade A/B, Premium/Cream and Mixed Rags classes. We arrange sea and land transport on CIF or EXW terms, compile the export documents and prepare the load in line with the packing list. The minimum order is a 20' container with a capacity of 10-12 tonnes.

What does importing used clothing from the USA with A&E Clothing involve?

Importing used clothing from the USA with A&E Clothing means the delivery of sorted American goods together with full logistics and documentation handling. We source raw material from the East Coast of the USA, sort it at our facility and prepare the load to suit your market's requirements.

The scope of cooperation covers:

• Selecting the product range from the Grade A/B, Premium/Cream and Mixed Rags classes.
• Arranging sea and land transport on CIF or EXW terms.
• Compiling the export documentation required in the destination country.
• Preparing a load that matches the packing list and is secured for transport.

We work in a model that removes uncertainty. We take care of the formalities, and you receive predictable goods on the agreed date.

What do you gain by importing used clothing from the USA with A&E Clothing?

We focus on substance and consistency. Working with us gives you measurable benefits:

• Increase your margin thanks to the high share of premium brands in American goods.
• Shorten stock rotation time thanks to precise sorting into many product categories.
• Reduce the risk of complaints thanks to loads that match the packing list.
• Speed up customs clearance thanks to complete export documentation.
• Plan your purchases ahead thanks to a predictable loading schedule.

Who is our import offer for?

We address our offer to companies that treat used clothing as a permanent pillar of their business. It is a good fit when you:

• run a regional wholesaler supplying local retailers,
• operate as a distributor or broker across several markets at once,
• import used clothing to Africa, Latin America or Asia,
• run a sorting facility and need large volumes for further selection.

What does the ordering process look like, step by step?

We run our cooperation on a clear, repeatable framework:

1. Inquiry and product selection – we agree on the goods classes, the container structure and the shipping destination.
2. Quote and terms – we present the price, Incoterms and loading date.
3. Order confirmation – we accept payment and reserve the date.
4. Load preparation – we sort, pack and compile the documents.
5. Inspection and loading – we allow you to check the goods before shipment.
6. Transport and delivery – we arrange the freight and hand over the full set of documents.

Delivery terms – Incoterms, MOQ and payments

We match the terms to the destination and your preferences. Most often we deliver on CIF terms, under which we arrange transport to the destination port.

Goods inspection before loading

We ensure full order transparency. You can inspect the goods before loading or be present during loading in person or through a hired third-party company. This gives you certainty about the quality and consistency of the batch before the container leaves our warehouse.

Why import used clothing from the USA through A&E Clothing?

We combine an American source of goods with European logistics facilities. We sort 100% raw material from the East Coast of the USA, control quality every day and prepare loads that match the packing list. As an importer, you receive a clearly defined product, a predictable schedule and the full set of documents required in the destination country. Get to know us better by visiting our about us page.