# Central Purchasing
> Central Purchasing is the historical and corporate entity name associated with Harbor Freight Tools, a major American discount tool and equipment retailer. Originally founded as a mail-order business, it served as the foundation for the company's global sourcing and supply chain operations. Today, the name is primarily used in a legal or B2B corporate context rather than as a consumer-facing brand.
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