what does retail packaging mean?
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It means it is packaged in the original box as you would see it onf the shelf in the store.
1530032
Bulk packaging refers to an item being shipped in a nondescriptive box unlike the retail version. It still comes with everything you need.
1243444
To me that means any packaging that is not the original manufacturer packaging. Like being in just a zip lock bag.
2134323
Bulk packaging means that many of these were packaged together in one larger container for shipping to a reseller or large commercial buyer. It'll be packaged in a simple box or something. A retail packaged product will be just like you would get one in a store -- in a plastic clamshell package with a bunch of marketing/product info all over it. Retail packaged means it'll cost more for the privilege of more difficulty getting to your product. Save your money and buy this one.
2200946
Mine came in retail box. Black top. It is a nice package and something you could wrap.
275224
The one I purchased just came in the standard retail packaging. No extra cases or anything.
1888377
Hi, Bulk packaging means that you receive the original new items in plastic bags well wrapped instead of standard carton that you see in the show room, My openion this is very practical and economical way to reduce the cost, especially if it is not a prize. Hope this would help
1307281
I believe it basically means that it comes with just the product in a plain box (normally because it wasnt for retail sale). Depending on the company it may not include the extra pamphlets, instructions, etc...just the product itself.
1607029
I have no idea what is meant by that part of the description; it arrived it what would consider perfectly normal packaging.
1639278
bulk packaging is where they place the product and little booklet telling how to use it in a plastic bag. Regular packaging is in a box and sometimes in a fancy display type box. usually less expensive packaged in bulk...product is still the same.
980290
I think it's just a different type of packaging specific to Amazon (and maybe other online sellers). They do that to cut down on unnecessary bulk and to eliminate things like blister packs and other antitheft measures.
1834628
It means that it doesn't come in the plastic type of packages see in the store just comes in a plain cardboard box
768480
It means it is packaged the same as if you bought it in a store such as Office Depot. Not a bulk pack broken down as some sellers do.
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MR RC-"Bulk packaging" means a simplified packaging that is something less than retail packaging. Drives in bulk packaging generally come in an anti-static envelope with a desiccant packet. The shipper typically adds additional packaging protection. The packaging is not an issue to me as long as it arrives undamaged since typically I install an item shortly after I receive it, although I left this drive in its shipping box for a year. In a bulk pack you may not get the decorated box or instructions you get in a retail pack; if you need them, pay extra for a retail pack.Jim MR RC-"Bulk packaging" means a simplified packaging that is something less than retail packaging. Drives in bulk packaging generally come in an anti-static envelope with a desiccant packet. The shipper typically adds additional packaging protection. The packaging is not an issue to me as long as it arrives undamaged since typically I install an item shortly after I receive it, although I left this drive in its shipping box for a year. In a bulk pack you may not get the decorated box or instructions you get in a retail pack; if you need them, pay extra for a retail... » Read More MR RC-"Bulk packaging" means a simplified packaging that is something less than retail packaging. Drives in bulk packaging generally come in an anti-static envelope with a desiccant packet. The shipper typically adds additional packaging protection. The packaging is not an issue to me as long as it arrives undamaged since typically I install an item shortly after I receive it, although I left this drive in its shipping box for a year. In a bulk pack you may not get the decorated box or instructions you get in a retail pack; if you need them, pay extra for a retail pack.Jim « Show Less
1519501
I'm not quite sure what you mean by retail packaging... My order came in a shipping box with air pillows as padding. Each bottle (I ordered different sizes) came as pictured, with only a label that was easily peeled off.
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It's been a while but I think it just means non retail packaging. The card came with a CD containing all relevant software.
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Hi! Retail packaging is the kind of packaging you are going to find if you go into a store and buy a product. When someone on-line says "retail packaging," you can be quite sure it's the real deal and not some knock-off product posing as the real deal. Buying ink on-line can be a tricky business because so many vendors deal in third party manufactures--people who make the ink to fit certain printers. If they say "retail packaging" and show you a picture, you can be quite sure it's what is sold in the stores.