Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Market Report 2025 (Global Edition)

Global Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Market Report 2025 Market Size Split by Type (Used Phone, Refurbished Phone), by Application (Businesses, Individual), by Price Range (Low Price, Mid Price, Pr...

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How 2025 Tariffs Are Reshaping the Consumer Goods Industry

In 2025, the global trade landscape has shifted dramatically following the U.S. introduction of sweeping tariffs under President Donald Trump’s administration. These "Liberation Day Tariffs," launched in April, aim to reduce trade deficits and boost domestic manufacturing. Tariffs range from 10% on imports from countries like the UK and Australia to 46% on Vietnamese goods, with a blanket 34% tariff on many Chinese imports and 25% on all steel, aluminum, and auto parts. This policy heavily impacts the consumer goods sector apparel, appliances, packaged foods, and personal care products due to their deep reliance on global supply chains, especially in Asia. U.S.–China trade tensions have intensified, with reciprocal tariffs reaching up to 145% on U.S. goods and 125% on Chinese exports, while China’s trade surplus with the U.S. hit USD 102.6 billion in March 2025. In response, the EU and Canada have implemented retaliatory measures, signaling a broader shift toward protectionism.

The consumer goods industry is feeling immediate effects: production costs are rising, sourcing is delayed, and inflation pressures are mounting. Apparel and footwear now face 25% tariffs, prompting brands to seek nearshoring options or raise prices. Household appliances incur 20% tariffs, complicating inventory and procurement strategies. Packaged foods and beverages are hit with 10–15% tariffs, impacting contracts and leading to supplier diversification and product reformulation. Personal care firms face higher costs for imported ingredients and packaging, leading to local sourcing efforts and delays in new product launches. Meanwhile, electronics, though temporarily exempt, are preparing for possible disruptions by diversifying suppliers and increasing inventories.

China remains the backbone of U.S. consumer goods sourcing, accounting for a large portion of imports either directly or through upstream components. This makes tariffs on Chinese goods especially disruptive. The rising input costs 15–30% in many categories combined with seasonal pressures and tight timelines, are causing delays and increased costs. Smaller brands, in particular, are struggling due to limited capital and reduced supplier leverage. Many are being forced to increase prices, cut product variety, or compromise on quality.

Market research is now critical to navigating this volatile environment. It supports supplier mapping and risk assessment, helping brands identify alternative sourcing countries with stable regulations and quality control. It also aids in cost and margin analysis, guiding decisions on pricing and sourcing changes. Optimization of product design and materials through research allows companies to reduce costs while maintaining consumer expectations. Additionally, research helps assess consumer price sensitivity, enabling strategic repositioning. Tracking regulatory changes and running scenario planning models allow firms to anticipate and adapt to future trade shifts.

To cope, companies are restructuring their global sourcing models. Major brands like Nike and IKEA are expanding operations in Vietnam, India, and Mexico, while embracing “in-market for market” strategies to reduce exposure to tariffs and logistics risks. Many are adopting AI-driven demand forecasting and automated procurement, and pushing suppliers for transparency. Product redesign and SKU rationalization are also common. The most successful firms are those using data-driven insights, operational flexibility, and strategic supplier partnerships to adapt not just survive in this new era of global trade.

Refurbished and Used Mobile Phone Industry News:

Phixman has announced an exclusive partnership with Detel to sell refurbished phones

In May 2022, Phixman has entered into an exclusive partnership with Detel in order to provide refurbished smartphones, which include accessories for a less price and a warranty. This is planned to offer services across all centers all over India for a reasonable price.

Top Companies Market Share in Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Industry: (In no particular order of Rank)

• Apple Inc.
• Samsung Electronics.
• Lenovo Group Limited
• Amazon
• Redeem UK Ltd.
• Reboot
• FoneGiant.com
• Synergy Telecom Inc.
• NIPPON TELEPHONE INC.
• Verizon Communications Inc.
• togofogo
• Hutchison 3G UK Limited
• BestBuy.com LLC
• AT&T Inc.
• Green Dust Pvt. Ltd.
• Kempf Enterprises Ltd
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Asia Pacific Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Market has the largest revenue share!

Asia-Pacific has the largest revenue share in the refurbished and used mobile phone market. This is owing to increasing e-Commerce platforms in the region. In addition, logistical services advancement and simplicity of payment alternatives like pay later buy now services are anticipated to fuel the growth of the market in the region.

The current report Scope analyzes Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Market on 5 major region Split (In case you wish to acquire a specific region edition (more granular data) or any country Edition data then please write us on info@cognitivemarketresearch.com

• North America (United States, Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, South East Asia, Rest of APAC)
• Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Rest of South America)
• Middle East (Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Rest of Middle East)
• Africa (Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of Africa)

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Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Market Analysis

By Type, the Used Phone segment has the largest revenue share of Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Market!

Based on type, the used phone segment has the largest revenue share in the refurbished and used mobile phone market. This is due to the increasing number of second-hand device specialists and the number of retail shops. In addition, the practice of selling used smartphones adoption due to increasing profit margins is projected to drive the growth of this segment.

• Used Phone
• Refurbished Phone

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By Application, the Individual segment has the major revenue share of Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Market!

Based on application, the individual segment has the major revenue share in the refurbished and used mobile phone market. This is attributed to the increasing demand for refurbished and used mobile phones among individuals due to increasing disposable income and awareness about innovative products in the market. This is expected to boost the demand for this segment in the target market.

• Businesses
• Individual

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Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Price Range Segment Analysis

• Low Price
• Mid Price
• Premium

Refurbished And Used Mobile Phone Distribution Channel Segment Analysis

• Online Store
• Offline Store

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Sneha Mali

Research Analyst at Cognitive Market Research

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I am a research analyst working in various domains including the Consumer Goods domain, and my primary responsibility is to conduct thorough research on various subjects and provide valuable insights to support client requirements. I have knowledge of research methodologies, and data mining which enables me to analyze large data sets, draw meaningful conclusions, and communicate them effectively. I stay up-to-date with the latest research trends, methodologies, and technologies to ensure that my research is accurate, relevant, and impactful.

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