Unable to purchase US-only vape brands like Lost Mary in bulk without a reseller's license, needing to find a US store willing to sell directly.

No dedicated platform connects international buyers without reseller licenses to US retailers willing to sell wholesale.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Apr 29, 2026

Workarounds Described

Scouring Reddit to personally find and verify a Miami store willing to sell

Implied Software Gaps

Platform that matches international buyers with US retailers for bulk purchases of brand-restricted products

App Concept

CrossBorder Bulk

A B2B marketplace connecting international buyers to US retailers for bulk purchase of brand-restricted products. Buyers verify stores and negotiate directly, while retailers expand sales without licensing hassles.

Key Features

Verified US retailer directory with store visits
Bulk purchase request system
Escrow payment protection
In-app messaging and negotiation

Target Users: International e-commerce business owners without US reseller licenses needing to purchase US-only branded products in bulk.

Revenue Model: 5% transaction fee on each completed bulk purchase

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