Guide for convenience stores, gas stations and smoke shops
How to start selling trading cards in a convenience store.
Trading card packs are an impulse buy at the register, and they take very little counter space. Here is a simple way to start, from a store that buys wholesale with no minimum order.
1. Start small
A countertop pack dispenser and a few booster boxes sold by the pack is an easy first step. Or order one of our $1,000 or $2,000 starter bundles for a ready-made mix of product.
2. Price by the pack
Every box shows a suggested price per pack and your profit per box when you sell packs individually, so you know what each sale earns before you order.
3. Reorder what sells
There is no minimum order and you can buy a single box. Watch what your customers pick up, then reorder those sets instead of guessing.
4. Get your permit ready
To buy wholesale you need a seller's permit or resale certificate. It is the same document that lets you buy product for resale without paying sales tax.
How it works
- Apply online and upload your seller's permit. A person reviews every application.
- Once approved, see the full catalog and wholesale pricing and order from your phone. No minimum order.
- Japanese and Chinese orders close each Sunday at 8:00 PM Pacific. We confirm, email your invoice, and orders take about two weeks with tracking.
- Pay the invoice by card or bank transfer. No sales tax with a resale certificate on file.
Common questions
Can a convenience store sell trading cards?
Yes, and many do. Trading card packs are a strong impulse buy at the register. A countertop pack dispenser and a few booster boxes sold by the pack are an easy way to start.
How much space do trading cards need?
Very little. A countertop dispenser or a small shelf is enough to start, and you can add more once you see what sells.
Which trading cards should I start with?
Many stores start with Pokémon, which sells well by the pack. We carry Japanese and Simplified-Chinese Pokémon booster boxes, plus other card games. Start with a few boxes and reorder what sells.
What do I need to open a wholesale account?
A valid seller's permit or resale certificate for your state. You upload it when you apply, and a person reviews every application.
Do I need a seller's permit or resale certificate to buy wholesale?
Yes. We sell only to businesses that resell. You upload your seller's or reseller permit when you apply and sign an electronic resale certificate once. Because the product is for resale, we don't charge sales tax on your orders.
Is there a minimum order?
No. There is no order minimum and you can buy a single box. If you want a full opening order, our $1,000 and $2,000 starter bundles are priced below buying the same products separately.
How do I pay?
After we confirm your order, we email an invoice you can pay by card or by bank transfer (ACH), due within seven days. Processing fees are shown before you place the order.
Put trading cards at your register
Wholesale accounts are for licensed resellers. Apply in two minutes.