Despite a ban on international trade in parts and derivatives of endangered species, illegal killing, trading, and consumption of endangered wild animals have continued to be the major causes of their rapid decline. The numbers of some endangered species (e.g., tigers, rhinos, elephants, marine turtles etc.) have been declining at an alarming rate in recent decades due to the rising wealth and increasing desire to display their wealth in East and Southeast Asian countries, including China.

The resale market of used items selled about U$ 16 billions in 2015 in the US. We interviewed twelve consumers to better understand this phenomenon, Our results showed that consumers choose SHP due to economic reasons, and sustainability is marginally considered. Contamination is the main barrier to consume used products.