Frequently Asked Questions

Selling diabetic test strips at Test Strip Search is simple and predictable.  Below are a the common questions people have about how and why we buy diabetic test strips..

If you don’t see your question answered (or just prefer to talk to a human), call 877-344-3170 and we will be happy to walk you through the steps of selling test strips and answer all of your questions.

What are the requirements for selling my diabetic test strips?

We work hard to keep the process of selling test strips easy. Our guidelines are simple:

  1. We buy factory sealed and unopened boxes of most brands of diabetic test strips. Diabetic test strips must be no less than 90 days away from the imprinted expiration date. Please so not send expired boxes of diabetic supplies, we are unable to return these to you.  They will be donated to local animal shelters.
  2. We pay for you to ship your diabetic test strips.
  3. We pay you within 24 hours of receiving your diabetic test strips.
  4. We have someone available to take your call at 877 344 3170 seven days a week.  We are happy to discuss selling your diabetic testing supplies.

To see what our current customers say about selling test strips to us, check out our testimonials.

You can also see reviews about selling diabetic supplies to us on Facebook or the Better Business Bureau.

Do you buy all brands of diabetic test strips?

We buy all major brands of diabetic test strips. We also buy continuous glucose monitors and lancets. To find out if we buy your brand of diabetic supplies, go to our sell your test strips page. This allows you to see exactly what price we are currently paying for your brand of diabetic testing strips or what we are paying for Libre, Dexcom or Omnipods. We are always buying the following brands:

  • FreeStyle/FreeStyle Lite
  • Bayer Contour
  • Contour Next
  • Accu-Chek Aviva
  • Accu-Chek Guide
  • FreeStyle Libre 2
  • FreeStyle Libre 14 Day
  • Omnipod
  • Dexcom 6

We often buy additional brands.  To see if we are buying your brand, check the Sell Your Test Strips page.

Can I sell diabetic test strips in different quantities?

You can sell your diabetic test strips to us in whatever quantity you choose. We buy factory-sealed, unopened boxes of many brands of test strips – from one box of one brand, to many boxes of several brands of diabetic testing strips. If the box sealed and there are 90 days left before expiration, we can pay you for diabetic test strips in any quantity.

Can I sell other diabetic supplies? Do you buy other diabetic testing supplies besides diabetic test strips?

Yes!  We are happy to purchase sealed, unexpired continuous glucose monitors.  We also buy name brand lancets and meters. Please look at our product page to see which diabetic supplies we are currently purchasing.  You can always contact us if you have any questions-we love talking to customers!

Do you guarantee the quoted price for my diabetic test strips?

Our highest priority is for you to have an honest, hassle-free transaction when selling your diabetic test strips.  We work very hard to provide you with an accurate quote for your testing strips and diabetic supplies. In exchange, we ask that you provide a complete description any diabetic supplies you would like to sell.  Please make sure your boxes of test strips match your description.

We are unable to purchase opened or extremely damaged boxes of diabetic test strips. Price adjustments are available for slightly damaged boxes – please call the office at 877 344 3170 if you have questions about the condition of your box of test strips.  We can no longer return items sent that are not as expected.

My boxes of diabetic test strips are slightly damaged. Do you accept test strip boxes that are dented or creased or with other minor defects?

Our best price for testing strips is for undamaged boxes. If you have slight damage, please indicate this in your form. It is better to accurately describe your test strip boxes so that you can receive a price quote that reflects the condition of your boxes. We are unable to purchase opened or extremely damaged boxes of diabetic testing strips.

What do I do about the labels on my boxes of diabetic test strips? Should I remove them?

Please leave labels on your boxes of diabetic test strips, we are happy to remove them for you.  If you wish to protect your personal information, please neatly mark through your name with a Sharpie or a marker – but be careful not to mark on the box itself. We are very sensitive to your security at Test Strip Search, and will remove and shred all labels, while maintaining the sealed integrity of the box and its contents.

When can I expect payment for my diabetic test strips? How fast can I get paid?

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We always issue payment for your diabetic supplies within 24 business hours of receiving your test strips.

We receive shipments and check in boxes of diabetic test strips Monday through Friday. Diabetic supplies delivered to our office over the weekend are checked in on Monday morning.

You have a number of payment options available once we receive your test strips.  Your payment choice will determine how fast you get paid for your diabetic supplies.

PayPal (instant)

Venmo (instant)

Cash App (instant)

ACH Deposit (2 business days)

Check or Postal Money Order (5-7 business days through USPS mail)

What are my payment options? How do I get paid for my diabetic test strips?

We can pay you for your diabetic testing strips in the following ways:

  • Cash App (instant)
  • Venmo (instant)
  • PayPal (instant)
  • ACH Direct Deposit (1-2 business days)
  • Check (3-5 days USPS mail)
  • Postal Money Order (5-7 days USPS mail)

You choose the payment method that works best for you when you sell test strips.

How can I trust you to send me the money for my test strips?

We have been buying diabetic test strips from folks like you since 2008  We are a member of the Better Business Bureau with an “A” rating.  We achieved that high rating by providing excellent customer service and paying folks quickly.

We have never received a non-payment complaint. By using USPS for shipping and receiving, we are held to high legal and statutory standards.

Please see our testimonials page, our BBB page, our Facebook page and our Google reviews for many examples of satisfied customer feedback.

What if I have a problem with my shipment or my payment?

You can contact us seven days a week at 877 344 3170 with issues about your diabetic test strips and we will work through them with you  Unlike some of the other Internet businesses, we always have a real, live person available to answer your call.

If you prefer to communicate by email, you will receive a fast answer or a call-back. We are dedicated to providing the best experience and prompt, courteous attention to you, start to finish.  Our email address is support@TestStripSearch.com.

Is it legal to sell my diabetic test strips?

Yes, since diabetic test strips are an over-the-counter, i.e. non-prescription commodity, it is legal to sell any test strips you own.

It is also legal for us to buy your test strips.

How does the shipping work? Do I have to pay to ship my diabetic test strips?

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There are several options to make selling your test strips to us easy and hassle-free.  We always pay for you to ship your strips.

Option 1: Use your own box and use our prepaid label when selling test strips.

You can request our prepaid postage label, attach it to your own sturdy box, and give it to your USPS carrier or take it to your post office. Remember, with a prepaid label, YOU DON’T HAVE TO STAND IN LINE!  Click here to go to our mailing instructions page.

Option 2: Use your own box, pay your postage, and we will reimburse you when you sell test strips.

Use standard USPS shipping and we will reimburse you for your shipping charges to send us your diabetic test strips.

Option 3: Request a box and shipping label from us to sell test strips.

Call 877-344-3170 or fill out a form and a customer service associate will determine the size of the box you need, and mail it to you, along with a prepaid mailing label.

Review our mailing instructions page if you have further questions.

Can I sell my expired diabetic test strips?

Unfortunately, we can not purchase expired test strips. Check with your local humane society, they sometimes accept expired diabetic test strips on donation.

Are you a non-profit organization?

We are a small for-profit business that buys and redistributes diabetic test strips.  We support families and our community through employment.  We make diabetic test strips available at a discount to people who cannot afford them.  A portion of our profits are donated to JDRF.

Test Strip Search, Diabetes Services & Supplies, Granger, IN