ThredUp condition standards mapped to the 1.0–10.0 scale
ThredUp is a managed resale marketplace that inspects each item itself and lists only what clears its quality bar: clean, limited signs of wear, no damage such as rips, stains or odors, and no alterations. Mapping that bar to the GradeThread 1.0–10.0 scale shows roughly where ThredUp's cutoff falls.
Unlike peer-to-peer platforms, ThredUp inspects items for you and won't list pieces that miss its quality bar. This page maps that bar to the GradeThread scale so you know what is likely to pass before you send it in.
Verified September 2026 · source: ThredUp quality standards (Clean Out FAQ)
How does ThredUp condition map to the 1.0–10.0 scale?
| GradeThread grade | Tier | ThredUp condition |
|---|---|---|
| 10.0 | New With Tags | New With Tags |
| 9.0 to 9.9 | New Without Tags | Like New |
| 8.0 to 8.9 | Excellent | Like New |
| 7.0 to 7.9 | Very Good | Gently Used |
| 6.0 to 6.9 | Good | Gently Used |
| 5.0 to 5.9 | Fair | Typically not accepted |
| 1.0 to 4.9 | Poor | Not accepted |
What triggers a return on ThredUp?
Because ThredUp inspects items itself, the 'dispute' happens at intake: items that miss its quality bar (visible damage, more than limited wear, alterations) are not listed. ThredUp says only about half the items in an average Clean Out Kit meet its standards, so knowing where the cutoff sits saves you the shipping on items that won't make it.
Listing copy for each grade
You don't write the ThredUp listing — ThredUp inspects and lists the item. The lever you control is what you send: grade items first and only send those with limited wear and no damage (roughly 6.0 and up), so your payout isn't eaten by rejects.
10.0 · New With Tags
Condition: New With Tags — graded 10.0 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (brand new, unworn, with original tags attached). See the certificate for the full condition report.
9.0 to 9.9 · New Without Tags
Condition: New Without Tags — graded 9.0 to 9.9 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (unworn or as-new, no tags). See the certificate for the full condition report.
8.0 to 8.9 · Excellent
Condition: Excellent — graded 8.0 to 8.9 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (very light wear, no notable flaws). See the certificate for the full condition report.
7.0 to 7.9 · Very Good
Condition: Very Good — graded 7.0 to 7.9 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (light, honest wear with minor cosmetic signs). See the certificate for the full condition report.
6.0 to 6.9 · Good
Condition: Good — graded 6.0 to 6.9 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (clear wear or a minor flaw, fully wearable). See the certificate for the full condition report.
One grade, every marketplace
Grade an item once on the 1.0–10.0 scale and you have the right condition wording for ThredUp and every other platform — plus a certificate that heads off the condition disputes that drive returns.
Frequently asked
- What condition does ThredUp accept?
- ThredUp accepts clean items with limited signs of wear and no damage such as missing parts, rips, stains or odors, and no alterations — roughly 6.0 and up on the GradeThread 1.0–10.0 scale. Grading before you send avoids paying to ship items that won't be listed.
- Does ThredUp grade condition for you?
- Yes. ThredUp is a managed marketplace that inspects each item itself and decides whether it meets its quality standards. Sellers don't set the condition — the value of grading first is knowing what will clear ThredUp's bar.
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