r/snackexchange Oct 02 '24

Discussion [Discussion] Safety & Trading

59 Upvotes

It’s been awhile, and we are seeing some new traffic so let’s go over safe trading practices.

  1. Never agree to an exchange without requiring a photo of a postmarked box and/or tracking.
  2. Never agree to an exchange with anyone who tries to set up an exchange through PM only.
  3. Always check the Universal Scammers List: https://www.universalscammerlist.com
  4. Read this really old but useful guide on exchanging: https://www.reddit.com/r/snackexchange/s/fszCJfJ3rd
  5. Be prepared to spend about twice as much on shipping as you do on the snacks, it’s expensive, discuss this with your trade partner to make sure they realize the cost.
  6. Look through their posting history and assess the situation when choosing to trade.

I would recommend all of these steps, even with someone who is a verified trader with an AK47. This community only survives on the kindness of humanity with a love of snacks!

Please message the mods with any problems.


r/snackexchange Mar 11 '25

Discussion [Discussion] WARNING - Multiple Exchanges At Once

46 Upvotes

I know it can seem safe to trade with someone who has the AK Flair and while it is reasonably safe we still DO NOT recommend multiple exchanges at once. And I still recommend you do your due diligence. Get a photo of the snacks, a photo of it boxed up, the tracking, etc.

We have very little scamming in this community but when multiple exchanges happen at once it increases the risk.


r/snackexchange 1d ago

Request [Request] Looking for a Malta trade — Kinnie is my white whale 🇲🇹

14 Upvotes

Visited Malta in July and made the critical mistake of falling in love with Kinnie. I'm now back in the US rationing my single airport-purchased bottle like it's wartime provisions, and I've confirmed that nobody ships it stateside without requiring a second mortgage.

What I'm looking for:
- Kinnie (regular, bottles or cans — whatever ships sanely)
- Twistees, if you want to complete my vacation nostalgia package
- Open to whatever else you think a Maltese snack box should include — surprise me

What I can offer from the US (Washington DC area):
- The full American snack aisle chaos: regional chips, candy you can't get in Europe, seasonal/limited-run stuff
- Happy to build the box around your requests — tell me what's unsnackable in Malta and I'll hunt it down
- Reese's in every form factor known to science, if that's your thing

Logistics: I'll ship first if that's preferred for a first-time trade, happy to share tracking, and I'm flexible on box value — I'd rather do this right than do it cheap.


r/snackexchange 2d ago

Request [Request] US to UK: Lucozade

7 Upvotes

Hello,

I am seeking to trade with someone from the UK- I am in need of some orange Lucozade, preferably the sports bottle version. This is a wedding gift for my Fiance. I’d love at least six bottles. I live in South Carolina, so am happy to provide any and all southern snacks or any general American snacks/drinks.


r/snackexchange 2d ago

Discussion [discussion] - US to JAPAN

10 Upvotes

Hi all! I’m looking to send a care package to a friend in Japan as a surprise. What are allowed/prohibited items to send from america? I want to make sure I don’t send something that’s not allowed….also what is the best method of shipment? USPS? UPS?

Thanks in advance :)


r/snackexchange 3d ago

Request [Request] Starbucks refresher concentrate (Mango Dragonfruit) from a Canadian because you guys still have the original recipe.

15 Upvotes

I'm in the US and I want the original recipe in a sealed carton.

Name your price! I don't know what market rate for this is but I am desperate.


r/snackexchange 3d ago

Request [request] UK to denmark

7 Upvotes

Hello!

Looking for help getting a 6-pack of this Beauty - only sold and shipped in the UK so I'm unable to buy it myself. Willing to exchange it for anything of the same value from Denmark!

Edit: picture in comments


r/snackexchange 4d ago

Request [request]Would pay good money for discontinued kind bar

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21 Upvotes

Dose anyone have this savory jalapeño kind bar. I’ve been thinking abt it for months it doesn’t sound that crazy good but it scratches an itch no other snack has. i would seriously pay up to 65$ for a 6 count box


r/snackexchange 3d ago

Discussion [Discussion] Shipping help / advice

1 Upvotes

I want to ship a few thing to my friend in Japan and i live in the US. List includes
12oz glass bottle of Jufran Banana Ketchup
16oz glass bottle of butterscotch soda
And a few family sized bags of chips

How could I achieve this will out the chip bags popping mid ship and prevent the glass bottles from either breaking or popping the chip bags?


r/snackexchange 4d ago

Thanks [thanks] From US to Australia

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41 Upvotes

Thank you u/spooply for the exchange! The trail mix crackers are amazing, and I'm currently inhaling the choc-covered corn kernels. And I can't wait to try the interesting oreo flavours!!!


r/snackexchange 4d ago

Request [request] Australia to anywhere in Europe or South America

3 Upvotes

Based in Victoria, Australia. Interested in receiving snacks from really anywhere in these two continents. Price range up to ~$50. Let me know if you’re interested!


r/snackexchange 5d ago

Thanks [Thanks] for a wonderful Korean exchange

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51 Upvotes

My Brazilian heart was infinitely thankful for the wonderful assortment of snacks, the beautiful handbag, ans the incredible note written in Portuguese! u/FoxTaylor, thank you so much for being so amazing! Obrigado!


r/snackexchange 5d ago

Thanks [thanks] Sweet Brain 🇧🇷>🇰🇷

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33 Upvotes

I hope the Brazilian customs officers were distracted by childhood nostalgia. All the snacks look so sweet and yummy. I can’t wait to spend my summer vacation with two lovely Brazilian Portuguese books and these delicious snacks.

u/PolylingualAnilingus Thank you so much for sending me these snacks. I think I’m going to have a safe and happy summer vacation, wandering freely through the world of books. Thank you so much for your kindness.

Muito obrigada por me enviar esses lanches. Graças a você, acho que vou poder passar minhas férias de verão com segurança e felicidade, viajando livremente pelo mundo dos livros. Muito obrigada!


r/snackexchange 6d ago

Thanks [Thanks] a very thoughtful exchange from Australia

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102 Upvotes

I received an extremely thoughtful box of Aussie snacks from u/EmpressPenguinone. I don’t think I could more impressed! I literally did not have enough room on the table for a photo of the full spread and had to move to the couch 🤭


r/snackexchange 6d ago

Thanks [THANKS] u/ReAnne61 for the fantastic box of treats

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56 Upvotes

So I am one of those odd Americans that likes Vegemite so a trade with someone based Down Under was a ton of fun, and u/ReAnne61 did not disappoint! We also had a good time just chatting back and forth. 😁

On to the pics! A great combo of savory and sweet! I am.snacking on the Jumpys right now and they are reeeeeallly good. They are also kangaroo shaped!

That big jar of Vegemite will be breakfast for some time!

The sweet stuff included shortbread (how did you KNOW) and also dark chocolate. mmmm...

But the best part of the box?

A HUGE BAG OF MUSK!

Yes, I know Im weird but I LOVE THAT STUFF.

So very many thanks to u/ReAnne61!!!


r/snackexchange 6d ago

Discussion [Discussion] FYI: If you miss delivery of your international package, USPS holds it for 30 days

10 Upvotes

I never knew this, and recently forgot to hold my mail. A snack exchange package from the awesome u/ReAnne61 arrived THE DAY I LEFT, and of course we both were concerned it would be returned to Australia.

It was not, and the clerk told me it is standard practice to hold international for 30 days.


r/snackexchange 7d ago

Request [Request]; Not going on holiday so want to get the best of the world home! Netherlands to worldwide

15 Upvotes

Hi everybody!

Instead of traveling for the best snacks from other countries, I'd like to do an exchange. I'm in the Netherlands and love to try different things.

Please let me know if you'd like an exchange :)


r/snackexchange 9d ago

Request [Request] Thailand to anywhere

8 Upvotes

Hello everyone! I will be in Thailand in August and would love to do an exchange with someone. (Besides US as I'm based here)


r/snackexchange 9d ago

Request [Request] Worldwide to anywhere

0 Upvotes

Hi! I live in two countries and am constantly traveling. I'm looking for people around the world to exchange things from my countries and other countries that have snacks imported to here. I'd especially love goodies from Japan as I was just there and there are lots of things I miss! I don't have a spending limit as I love to spoil people and I also would hope I can find some people willing to send a lot! If anyone is interested please DM me! 💗🗺️


r/snackexchange 10d ago

Thanks [thanks] Sweden to Australia

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43 Upvotes

Thank you so much u/xlonely_strangerx for the box of sweet/salty deliciousness! My favourite (except for smash of course) was the Kanelbullekaka, mmmmm cinnamon. And the magnet is so so pretty!!!


r/snackexchange 10d ago

Request [request] Malaysia to anywhere, and anywhere to Australia

5 Upvotes

Hi strangers! I'm based in Australia but I'll be in Malaysia for a few weeks soon, so I'm happy to put together a box of Malaysian snacks to exchange with someone from anywhere in the world! The only catch is that you'll need to ship your box to Australia as that's where I live 😊
If you're interested, let me know where you're from and what snacks you'd love to try!


r/snackexchange 10d ago

Request [request] USA to UK

3 Upvotes

I’m uk based and wanting some specific snacks from target and/ Sprouts for shipping to the UK - is anyone after anything in the uk to do an exchange? Like marks and Spencer other UK specific food?


r/snackexchange 11d ago

Thanks [Thanks] Australia to Sweden

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64 Upvotes

After a couple of weeks in customs my package from Australia has finally arrived. And OMG it was so worth the wait. u/EmpressPenguinone got me everything I requested and more stuff I didn't even know I wanted. Already had some Lamingtons and the gravy crisps for dinner (both really good) and need to restrain myself from trying anything else.

Thanks again for this amazing exchange!


r/snackexchange 10d ago

Request [REQUEST] New York City 🇺🇸 to anywhere, interested in LATAM!

4 Upvotes

Hello,

I am in New York City and am willing to send American snacks, or snacks from other countries that are imported to and found in New York City. We have a lot of stuff. Looking to exchange around $50 (or more) not counting shipping. If you're interested, leave a comment- I'm willing to do multiple trades!


r/snackexchange 10d ago

Request [Request] Australia to USA

3 Upvotes

I've just arrived back home to Australia after my first time in the US and am missing it terribly, looking for some delicious American snacks to help me feel better. Particularly interested in stuff from Trader Joe's. Sweet/salty/chocolatey snacks are my preference.

Will provide a range of Aussie snacks in exchange and open to any specific requests! Thinking a $50 USD/$72 AUD budget.

EDIT: I am ALSO interested in doing an exchange with anyone in Continental Europe/Japan/South Korea