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This study investigates decision-making on product innovation for remanufacturing under two third-party remanufacturing modes and examines how original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and remanufacturers respond. Results show that outsourcing remanufacturing consistently offers a wider profitability range for the OEM and increases the likelihood of the remanufacturer adopting a full remanufacturing strategy. Furthermore, a higher innovation level enhances OEM profits, particularly when the remanufacturing industry is mature or when the innovation investment efficiency is high. Otherwise, incremental innovation is more beneficial. Innovation also lowers entry barriers for remanufacturers. 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