Home-Based phone accessories wholesaler

Independent phone repair shops, gift and convenience stores, market stallholders and eBay, Amazon or Shopify sellers who want a reliable local supplier.

You buy at a trade price and sell at a margin in bundles or by the carton. Repeat orders from a handful of regular buyers matter more than one-off sales.

• Negotiating with suppliers
• Keeping track of stock and orders
• Building trade customer relationships

• Chargers and other electrical items may need to meet Australian safety and compliance marking rules, check with your state electrical safety regulator and the ACCC
• Avoid counterfeit or unlicensed branded products, which can bring legal trouble
• Import costs such as duty, GST and freight can shrink margins, check current rules with the Australian Border Force
• Check whether your local council needs approval for storing stock and running a home-based business
• Offering payment terms to buyers carries a risk of late or unpaid invoices
• Public liability and product liability insurance are worth checking

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how much stock you buy and whether you source locally or import. Import costs such as duty, GST and freight can shrink margins.

Check whether chargers and electrical items need to meet Australian safety and compliance marking rules with your state electrical safety regulator and the ACCC. Also avoid counterfeit branded products, and check import rules with the Australian Border Force and council rules for home businesses.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your customer base and stock range. Offering payment terms carries a risk of late or unpaid invoices, and import costs can reduce margins.