Dropshipping Market to Reach Valuation of USD 931.9 Billion by 2030 – Growth of the E-commerce Industry Drives the Market

Vantage Market Research

Apr 28, 2023

In terms of revenue, the Global Dropshipping market is expected to reach USD 931.9 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 22.8% from 2023 to 2030.

Dropshipping is a form of retail fulfillment strategy for online stores in which merchants sell goods to customers and transfer the sales order to a third-party supplier, who then ships the order direct to customers on the merchant's behalf. Also, there is a quickly spreading tendency of online middlemen who charge extra and constantly switch between wholesale and retail prices. Since Dropshipping companies lose some control over the consumer experience, providing excellent customer service is crucial for keeping customers. In addition, the e-commerce business is expanding, which fuels the demand for Dropshipping services. Some of these factors include a rise in smartphone usage and an increase in consumer disposable income.

Dropshipping is now more popular among merchants due to fewer capital expenditures on logistics and inventory. However, the constraints limiting the expansion of the Dropshipping sector include those involving fraudulent or illegal operations. Dropshipping primarily involves online transactions; thus, security in terms of payment is one of the major issues faced in the industry. Payment gateways are susceptible to cyberattacks or security breaches, which the market is expected to face challenges. In addition, a suitable distribution infrastructure is required for Dropshipping services in order to reduce product loss, damage, and late deliveries. The rise of the global Dropshipping market is therefore anticipated to be constrained in the years to come by product shipping and logistics challenges. Additionally, the expanding e-commerce market presents numerous options for selling high-quality goods, including electronics, food, personal care, and appliances, as buyers can browse a massive selection of products, take advantage of discounts, and make simple return requests.

Key Highlights from the Report

  • By Product, Electronics segments are anticipated to dominate the Dropshipping market, with the most significant market share during the forecast period. E-commerce platforms provide several opportunities for selling electronic goods since they allow buyers to evaluate a wide range of goods, take advantage of discounts, and submit simple return requests.
  • By Destination, Domestic segments accounted for the maximum share during the forecast period due to an increase in the e-commerce sector.
  • Regarding Region, Asia Pacific holds the largest market share in 2022, and it is likely the most gainful market in the future. The factor driving the need for online shopping is the rising popularity of smart devices like laptops, smartphones, and tablets.

Market Dynamics

Smartphones are becoming increasingly common, which has given industry participants a major opportunity for growth. Furthermore, since many mobile applications are available, the market need for smartphones has changed online shopping by making it more convenient and user-friendly for consumers. As a result, the e-commerce business is developing, and the demand for Dropshipping services is ultimately accelerating due to the steady increase in smartphone penetration and rising consumer buying power.

Also, Dropshipping has been overgrowing due to how inexpensive it is to set up and maintain a business. As a result, many companies are heavily reliant on Dropshipping services. This is primarily because it facilitates improved cost-saving solutions for clients and enhances business operations. Thus, multinational corporations are eager to incorporate such services and play a crucial part in altering the Dropshipping market dynamics throughout the forecast year.

On the other hand, the food and personal care Dropshipping segment had the fastest CAGR during the predicted period and has therefore experienced significant expansion globally. This can be attributable to elements like increased consumer spending power and purchasing power for personal care products, as well as the personal care industry's expanding expansion in developed and developing nations. In addition, the development of the Dropshipping industry is also anticipated to be aided by the fact that people frequently choose to purchase food and personal care items online, which offers advantages in terms of time and money savings.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to rule the worldwide Dropshipping market over the anticipated time frame. Asia Pacific's e-commerce market is growing at an unheard-of rate due to the explosion in online shopping platforms. As smart gadgets like laptops, smartphones, and tablets are popular, there is a rising desire for online shopping. The expansion of smartphones and the internet, as well as the extensive usage of social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and Twitter, are all major contributors to the growth of this region. Additionally, a significant driver in the development of regional markets is the expansion of smartphone and social media usage in nations like China. Chinese consumer behavior has steadily shifted from offline to online during the last few years.

The Global Market is Segmented as follows

  • Destination
    • Domestic
    • International
  • Product
    • Electronics
    • Fashion
    • Toys
    • Hobby
    • DIY
    • Furniture
    • Beauty
    • Health
    • Personal & Household Care
    • Other Products
  • Region
    • North America
    • Europe
    • Asia Pacific
    • Latin America
    • Middle East & Africa

List of the Key Players of the Global Dropshipping Market is

Alidropship (U.S.), Doba Inc. (U.S.), Inventory Source (U.S.), Megagoods Inc. (U.S.), Modalyst Inc. (U.S.), SaleHoo Group Limited (New Zealand), Shopify Inc. (Canada), Sunrise Wholesale Merchandise LLC (U.S.), Printify (U.S.), Cin7 Orderhive Inc. (U.S.), Wholesale2b (U.S.)

The Global Dropshipping Market Scope can be Tabulated as below

Parameter Details
Market Size Provided for Years 2017 - 2030
Base Year 2022
Historic Years 2017 - 2021
Forecast Years 2023 - 2030
Segments Covered
  • Destination
    • Domestic
    • International
  • Product
    • Electronics
    • Fashion
    • Toys
    • Hobby
    • DIY
    • Furniture
    • Beauty
    • Health
    • Personal & Household Care
    • Other Products
  • Region
    • North America
    • Europe
    • Asia Pacific
    • Latin America
    • Middle East & Africa
Regions & Counties Covered
  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexic
  • Eurpe
    • U.K
    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Rest Of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • Suth Korea
    • South East Asia
    • Rest Of Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Rest Of Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • GCC Cuntries
    • South Africa
    • Rest Of Middle East & Africa
Companies Covered
  • Alidropship (U.S.)
  • Doba Inc. (U.S.)
  • Inventory Source (U.S.)
  • Megagoods Inc. (U.S.)
  • Modalyst Inc. (U.S.)
  • SaleHoo Group Limited (New Zealand)
  • Shopify Inc. (Canada)
  • Sunrise Wholesale Merchandise LLC (U.S.)
  • Printify (U.S.)
  • Cin7 Orderhive Inc. (U.S.)
  • Wholesale2b (U.S.)
Report Coverage Market growth drivers, restraints, opportunities, Porter’s five forces analysis, PEST analysis, value chain analysis, regulatory landscape, technology landscape, patent analysis, market attractiveness analysis by segments and North America, company market share analysis, and COVID-19 impact analysis

Dropshipping Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Destination (Domestic, International) by Product (Electronics, Fashion, Toys, Hobby, DIY, Furniture, Beauty, Health, Personal & Household Care, Other Products) by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Assessment (2017 - 2022) & Forecast (2023 - 2030)