Can I Sell Diabetic Supplies in New York? Read This First (2025)

Selling Diabetic Supplies in New York: Read This Before You Ship

Short answer: usually yes—with some important conditions. In New York, private sellers can typically sell extra, unopened diabetic supplies they personally bought out‑of‑pocket. That said, rules and buyer policies shift, and a few gotchas can trip people up. The notes below walk through what we look for as a reputable buyer and the simple path New Yorkers use to get paid quickly without headaches.

Heads‑up: this article is informational, not legal or medical advice. Policies and laws can change, and what’s allowed for one seller may not be okay for another.

The fast checklist(so you don’t waste time)

• Sealed undamaged & unexpired. Boxes must be damage free and factory sealed with readable lot/expiration info. If the seal is torn or the box looks “re-taped,” it’s not eligible.
• Not paid by a government program. Items paid for by Medicare, Medicaid, VA, or other government programs aren’t eligible for purchase. If you’re unsure, our quick guide may help: Can You Sell Diabetic Test Strips?
• No pharmacy labels/“sample”/“not for resale” markings. Those often indicate restrictions and will almost always be rejected.
• Personally owned. If it isn’t yours, or it came from a clinic/hospital stockroom, don’t sell it.

Curious whether your brand is accepted? Check our current buy pages by brand:
Dexcom (G6/G7) • Omnipod (Dash/Pod 5) • FreeStyle (Libre & Lite) • OneTouch (Ultra/Verio)

How selling works for New Yorkers (Brooklyn to Buffalo)

1) Get your instant quote.
Tell us your brand, quantity, and expiration dates. Most New York sellers start here: Sell Test Strips for Cash. You’ll see the current offer and next steps. If you’re weighing options (Craigslist, Facebook groups, local pawn shops), this post lays out the trade‑offs: Sell Locally or Online?

2) Pack them safely.
Cushion the corners and protect the seals—heat and rough handling damage value fast. Our plain‑English checklist has the little details most people miss (tape, filler, box size): Selling & Mailing Guide.

3) Ship from anywhere in NY.
We provide a prepaid label so you can drop at your local USPS. Apartment mailroom in Queens? A village post office in the Finger Lakes? Either works. If you hit a snag or your printer refuses to cooperate, reach out: Contact Us.

4) Get paid.
Once your shipment lands and passes inspection, we send payment fast. If you like to plan things to the minute (New Yorkers usually do), our FAQs explain timing and payment options.

What we can (and can’t) buy in New York

Commonly accepted (when sealed, unexpired, and personally purchased):

• Test strips: OneTouch Ultra/Verio, FreeStyle Lite, Accu‑Chek, Contour Next
• CGM supplies: Dexcom G6/G7 sensors/transmitters, FreeStyle Libre
• Pods: Omnipod Dash and Pod 5

Use the brand pages for current SKUs and minimum expiration windows: Dexcom, Omnipod, FreeStyle, OneTouch.

Likely ineligible in NY (and almost everywhere):

• Boxes paid by Medicaid/Medicare/VA or marked as government‑issued
• Opened, damaged, crushed, water‑stained, or relabeled boxes
• Expired or too‑close‑to‑expiring items (check our brand pages for cutoffs)
• “Samples,” “not for resale,” or anything with altered serials/lot codes

If your situation is weird (estate clean‑out, moving, switched meters), skim this: Can You Sell Diabetic Test Strips?. It covers the grey areas frankly.

A few New York–specific notes worth calling out

• Apartment deliveries and heat: If your packages sit in a warm lobby or on a radiator (it happens), seals can lift slightly. That may look like tampering and cause a price drop. Pack with a small air gap around each box and avoid storing near windows or heaters before shipping.
• City vs. upstate timing: USPS in Midtown might move a hair faster than a rural post office, but tracking is what matters. Save the tracking number until your payment hits—simple habit, big peace of mind.
• Taxes and records: We’re not your tax pro, but keeping a quick note of what you sold and when is smart. An email receipt plus the tracking number usually does the job.

Why sellers in New York choose us (and when you shouldn’t)

People come to us for speed, transparent pricing, and no drama. You’ll see the number, ship with a label, and get paid. Could you squeeze a few more dollars via a risky peer‑to‑peer meetup? Possibly. But if the buyer ghosts you or pushes you to take less money, that “extra” often disappears. If your items are government‑paid or opened—even a little—don’t try to sell them. It’s not worth it. Our FAQ spells out why we’re strict.

Ready?

Start with a quick quote here: Sell Test Strips for Cash → Pack using this Selling & Mailing Guide → Questions? Ping us at Contact Us.

Fine print again: This page offers general info for New York sellers and reflects our purchasing policy as of today. It may not cover every edge case. If you’re unsure, send us a note—we’ll give you a straight answer or point you to the right resource.