What We Buy

The categories, criteria and documents that shape our buying decisions.

Limax purchases inventory using its own capital and resells through professional online retail and marketplace channels in Australia. We work with brands, manufacturers and authorised distributors seeking a reliable retail partner with transparent purchasing, responsible marketplace representation and repeat-order potential.

Categories we buy

We focus on practical, replenishable products from established brands and authorised supply channels. Our purchasing interests are concentrated in the categories below, although we also consider adjacent opportunities where there is a strong commercial and brand fit.

Home, Kitchen & Organisation

Kitchen tools, food preparation accessories, drinkware, storage, laundry, wardrobe organisation and practical household products.

Toys, Games & Hobbies

Board games, puzzles, educational toys, family entertainment, hobby products and licensed merchandise from authorised suppliers.

Office, School & Tech Accessories

Stationery, desk organisation, school supplies, computer accessories, cable management, monitor accessories and practical non-complex technology products.

Pet Supplies

Pet accessories, grooming tools, feeding accessories, toys, travel products and everyday care items, excluding food and regulated health products.

Selectively considered

We also review products in the following categories where the range has reliable Australian supply, suitable compliance documentation and a clear marketplace opportunity.

Tools, DIY & Garden Accessories
Automotive Accessories
Personal Care Accessories
Travel and Everyday Lifestyle Products

Products outside our current focus

To support reliable fulfilment, compliance and responsible marketplace representation, we generally do not purchase:

  • Regulated, hazardous, perishable or temperature-sensitive products
  • Products without a traceable authorised supply chain or clear marketplace permissions
  • Electrical products without appropriate Australian compliance documentation
  • Highly fragile or operationally complex products requiring specialised fulfilment or customer support

Other opportunities, including seasonal and clearance inventory, may be considered where there is a strong commercial fit.

Evaluation criteria

When reviewing a new opportunity, we look at the points below. Providing the available information upfront helps us assess the opportunity and respond efficiently.

Category fit

Alignment with the categories we buy and where we can genuinely add retail value.

Pricing structure

A wholesale price list that supports sustainable marketplace retail pricing in Australia.

MOQ & lead times

Realistic minimum order quantities and lead times that can be planned into a forecast.

Brand authorisation

Clarity on whether you are the brand owner, manufacturer or an authorised distributor — so we can represent the brand responsibly.

Marketplace permissions and restrictions

Clarity on whether Amazon Australia and other online marketplace sales are permitted, along with any channel, region or platform restrictions we should observe from day one.

Returns & warranty

Clear returns handling and warranty coverage aligned with Australian consumer law.

Compliance documents

Relevant Australian compliance evidence — RCM, electrical, chemical, toys and similar requirements where applicable.

Ongoing supply

Confidence that stock and product data can be maintained over multiple purchase cycles.

Documents to have ready

  • Product catalogue with SKUs, images and specifications
  • Wholesale price list (AUD preferred)
  • MOQ and case pack details per SKU
  • Lead time from PO to shipment
  • Brand ownership / authorisation confirmation
  • Marketplace permissions and restrictions (e.g. Amazon Australia)
  • Returns, warranty and RMA process
  • Australian compliance documents where applicable

Have a range that could be a good fit?

Send us your catalogue, wholesale pricing and relevant channel information. Our team will review the opportunity and respond where there is a potential commercial fit.