A business-use buyer purchases goods for the business’s operations, events or internal programs rather than buying those goods for resale. Examples include a hotel buying guest amenities, an office buying staff gifts and a café buying tableware.
The label describes the intended use of a purchase. It does not determine every accounting or tax treatment, and the same business can make both business-use and resale purchases.
What does business-use buyer mean on Faire?
Faire describes business-use buyers as verified businesses purchasing for their own use. Its current guidance includes hospitality businesses, restaurants, offices and wellness practices. Existing brand pricing and order minimums apply, and brands can accept or decline orders or opt out of this buyer group. Check your account eligibility and the particular brand’s terms before planning a purchase. Faire’s business-use buyer guidance was checked September 23, 2026.
This glossary explains the buyer type. For the restaurant-specific sourcing decision, see Can Restaurants Buy on Faire?.
Business use versus resale
| Purchase purpose | Illustrative example | What the buyer needs to establish |
|---|---|---|
| Operational use | Glassware used for service | Required specification, replacement needs and accounting classification |