How it works
Our platform makes it easy for buyers and sellers to connect, ensuring sustainability and cost savings for life science research. Here's a step-by-step guide to how it works for each:
For Buyers
- Browse or Search for Products Explore our extensive catalogue of high-quality equipment, consumables, and reagents. Use our filters or categories to find exactly what you need, whether it's second-hand instruments, consumables, or free products.
- Make an Offer or Buy Now If the listed price fits your budget, proceed with the purchase instantly. Alternatively, use our "Make an Offer" feature to negotiate a price with the seller.
- Review Product Details The listing provides specifications, including condition, description, size, additional info where applicable (COA, etc.) and any expiry dates for consumables.
- Confirm and Arrange Shipping Once your purchase is finalised, the seller will organise shipping. If applicable, we'll help guide the logistics to ensure a smooth delivery.
- Save on Research Costs Enjoy significant savings—our buyers save from 30-40% all the way to 100% on certain products compared to the new while supporting a sustainable circular economy in our industry.
For Sellers
- Create an Account Start by signing up and becoming part of a trusted marketplace dedicated to sustainability in life sciences. Whether you're a biotech company, supplier, or individual lab, Wasteless Bio makes it simple to list your surplus inventory.
- Complete the Vetting Process We are committed to maintaining the highest standards on our platform. After signing up, our team will guide you through a vetting process to ensure that only high-quality products are listed. This step ensures trust and transparency for our buyers.
- Access the Upload Template Once approved, you'll receive our easy-to-use upload template. This template helps you efficiently list your items, complete with clear descriptions, technical details, and pricing. We can also adapt to your ERP or inventory exports for upload.
- List Your Products Submit your completed template, and we'll take care of uploading your products to the marketplace. You can choose to set prices or use the "Make an Offer" feature for flexibility in sales.
- Engage with Buyers After your products are live, buyers can browse your listings, make offers, or purchase directly. Our platform helps connect you to universities, researchers, and companies actively looking for what you have to offer.
- Finalise Sales and Ship the Product Once the transaction is complete you will receive the invoice needed for shipping. We ensure you're supported every step of the way and provide guidance to simplify logistics if needed.
- Contribute to Sustainability By listing your high-quality, unused inventory, you recover the costs, reduce waste and support a circular economy—turning surplus into value while helping others advance their research.
Why Choose Wasteless Bio?
- For Buyers: Access affordable, high-quality equipment for your research.
- For Sellers: Monetise surplus inventory and contribute to a more sustainable future.
- For Everyone: Together, we're reducing waste and lowering the cost of innovation in life sciences.