How Co-op Purchasing Works
Pool orders with other businesses to buy smaller quantities at bulk prices.We negotiate with vendors globally in English, German, Spanish, Chinese & Hindi.
The Group Buying Process
1. Interest Gathering
Show your demand for products without any limits or commitments.
- Browse campaigns for plastic-free products
- Register interest in any quantity you want
- No minimum or maximum limits
- No payment or commitment required
- Help us gauge market demand
2. Payment Stage
Campaign opens for actual purchases with set minimum and maximum quantities.
- Receive notification when payment opens
- Minimum and maximum quantities are set
- Complete purchase with payment
- Lock in wholesale pricing through group buying
- 7-day window to complete purchase
3. Warehouse Receipt
Bulk order arrives at DitchingPlastic warehouse for distribution.
- Products shipped to our warehouse
- Quality verified by supplier
- Inventory logged and organized
- Ready for distribution to customers
4. Customer Delivery
Individual orders are packed and shipped from our warehouse to you.
- Orders packed from warehouse inventory
- Shipped directly to your address
- Tracking information provided
- Customer support available
Why Choose Co-op Purchasing?
Multilingual Vendor Network
We negotiate with US and international vendors in English, German, Spanish, Chinese, and Hindi.
Transparent Pricing
Clear wholesale pricing with no hidden costs. All fees shown upfront.
No Risk Commitment
Your card is only charged when the minimum quantity is reached and you confirm your purchase.
How Our Process Works
Interest Stage: Show your demand without limits or payment. Register interest in any quantity - this helps us negotiate better prices with vendors.
Payment Stage: Once we gauge demand, we open for actual purchases. Minimum and maximum quantities are set based on vendor negotiations. You have 7 days to purchase.
Our Warehouse: All products ship to DitchingPlastic warehouse first. This allows us to verify orders and efficiently distribute to all customers.
Pricing: Wholesale prices through collective purchasing + shipping from our warehouse to you. All transparent, no hidden costs.