Buyer Resources
1. Intro
2. Terminology
3. Condition Hierarchy
4. Price Influences
5. What Not to Buy Used
6. Browsing
7. Searching and Filtering
8. Vetting a Seller
9. Scams Database
10. Common Counterfeits
11. Negotiating
12. Trading
13. Bidding
14. Pickups and Meetups
15. Purchasing Online
16. Taxes and Duties
17. Receiving Shipments
18. Reshipping
19. Issues After Purchase
20. Leaving Feedback
21. Useful Tools
22. Appendix
What Does "BNIB" Mean?
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"Brand new in box."
In the context of item condition, "BNIB" means "brand new in box". Typically, a box is used for items that need protection from impact damage during transit. The box should be fully sealed (either with shrink wrap or tape) and looking exactly as it would on the shelf in a retail store. Once it has been opened, it is no longer "BNIB".
Updated: 2024-11-19
First published: 2024-08-03
