Companies in the Bottles-Used (Wholesale) industry are involved in the wholesale distribution of used bottles. These bottles may have been previously used for a variety of purposes, such as holding beverages, chemicals, or pharmaceuticals. The industry is part of the larger Scrap and Waste Materials (Wholesale) industry, which involves the buying and selling of various types of waste materials for recycling or reuse. The Bottles-Used (Wholesale) industry plays an important role in the recycling and reuse of materials, as it allows for the repurposing of bottles that would otherwise be discarded. Companies in this industry typically purchase used bottles from a variety of sources, such as manufacturers, retailers, and individuals, and then sell them to other businesses that will clean and sanitize the bottles for reuse.