You can sell contraband in Starfield primarily at the following locations, based on player experiences shared on Reddit:

• The Den in the Wolf System: This is the most recommended place to sell contraband because there are no ship scans when entering the system, making it safe to bring contraband goods. There is a Trade Authority vendor inside The Den who buys contraband and stolen items. However, vendors have limited credits, so you might need to wait 24-48 in-game hours for their credits to replenish if you have a large amount to sell

• The Key: This location has multiple vendors, including Trade Authority representatives, who buy contraband. The Key is home to several vendors with more credits available, allowing you to sell larger quantities without waiting. It is also a pirate hub, so selling contraband is easier here

• The Red Mile on Porrima III: The bartender here buys contraband and stolen goods. This location also does not scan ships on approach, so it is another safe spot to sell contraband without risk of bounty or fines

• Other Trade Authority representatives: They will buy contraband and stolen goods, but many require passing through contraband scans unless you have ship upgrades like scan jammers and shielded cargo holds to smuggle goods in. These vendors usually have less money compared to the above locations

Additional tips from players include sitting down and waiting near vendors to reset their available credits if they run out, and using the "buyback" option to remove stolen tags from items if needed

. In summary, the best places to sell contraband without hassle are The Den in the Wolf system, The Key, and The Red Mile on Porrima III. Upgrading your ship to avoid scans and managing vendor credit resets can help maximize your profits