Zendrop provides a few methods to help reduce shipping times based on their supplier network and product sourcing methods. Zendrop’s automated order processing, seamless tracking number updates, and customer notification features further ensure that your logistics operations run smoothly and efficiently. Below are some key ways you can achieve faster shipping for your orders:
Using U.S.-based suppliers
Products shipped from U.S. warehouses reach U.S. customers in 2–8 days after a standard 1–3 business day processing window. To find them:
Navigate to the 'Find Products' page in your Zendrop account.
Apply the filter for "Ships From: US" to find items that are stocked and distributed from Zendrop’s US warehouses.
Additionally, processing time for US suppliers may vary up to 5 days during peak seasons. It is important to consider that processing, in these cases, occurs exclusively on business days (Monday–Friday). High-volume sellers can benefit from Zendrop’s Private Agent Program, which offers faster processing and shipping options, among other advantages.
If a product isn’t listed under the ‘Ships From: US’ category, US-based sourcing isn’t available yet, but we’re continuously expanding our catalog to bring you even more fast-shipping options!
Selecting U.S.-based suppliers
US suppliers available through Zendrop specialize in shipping exclusively within the United States, such as Amazon Products and NexoraUSA. These suppliers offer shipping times similar to domestic options but are limited to US-only deliveries. When shipping to other regions such as Europe or Asia, these suppliers may not be an appropriate choice. It is worth noting that Zendrop works with a global network of carriers and freight forwarders. However, specific carrier options (e.g., DHL) cannot be pre-selected, and carrier choices depend on regional availability and operational protocols.
Global shipping options
For international deliveries, Zendrop currently focuses on providing reliable and efficient standard shipping. Global shipping times average 10–15 days (plus 1–3 days for processing), which is among the fastest in the dropshipping industry. While we’ve explored express shipping options in the past, our current methods have proven to be more cost-effective and consistently efficient for our customers.
Unlike processing, shipping times are calculated in calendar days, which includes weekends and holidays, ensuring a consistent timeline estimation.
For further assistance, utilize Zendrop’s 'Find Products' feature to identify desirable items that ship from specific regions and enable faster deliveries. Find out how to search for products on Zendrop here.
Review your product mix regularly to make sure shipping times match what your customers expect.