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How to Find US Based Dropshipping Suppliers in 2026 (The Speed Guide)

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Last Updated: February 2026

How Do I Find US Based Dropshipping Suppliers? (The 2026 Guide)

The “China Discount” is dead. Long live US Speed.

In the past, you dropshipped from China because it was cheap.
In 2026, due to changes in international postal rates (the UPU treaty) and stricter import taxes, shipping from China is no longer significantly cheaper than shipping from the US. And with customers demanding 2-day delivery, US Dropshipping is the only way to build a sustainable business.

Here is your step-by-step guide to finding legitimate US suppliers that ship in 3-5 days.

Why US Suppliers Are Non-Negotiable in 2026

  • Speed: 3-5 days vs. 15+ days. This impacts your Facebook Ad costs (happier customers = higher Feedback Score).
  • Returns: Dealing with returns to China is a nightmare. Domestic returns are simple.
  • “American Made”: You can charge a 20% premium for products made in the USA.
  • Political Stability: No risk of your inventory getting stuck in a trade war tariff battle.

Understanding “Fake” US Suppliers

Before you start searching, you must know the difference between a Real US Supplier and a “Warehouser.”

  • Real US Supplier: A brand or factory located in Ohio, Texas, etc. They manufacture or buy bulk in the US.
  • The “Warehouser” (Fake): A Chinese company renting a storage locker in New Jersey.
    Why it matters: Warehousers often run out of stock and have to ship from China without telling you. Always message them to confirm they have Physical Inventory in the US before scaling.

Top 5 US Dropshipping Suppliers for 2026

Forget the dusty directories of the past. These are the modern platforms winning right now.

1. Dropified (eBay & AliExtractor Integration)

Best For: High-ticket items and unique finds.
Dropified allows you to dropship directly from eBay US sellers.
• Filter by “Item Location: USA.”
• These are often small businesses with physical stock.
• Automation: Dropified automates the order processing so you don't have to manually type addresses.

2. Zendrop

Best For: Private Labeling.
Zendrop has become the leader for US fulfillment. They hold stock in US warehouses and allow you to add custom “Thank You” cards to your packages, making it look like a real brand.

3. Spocket

Best For: Boutique/Fashion.
Spocket focuses heavily on US and EU suppliers. Their interface is slick, and they vet suppliers strictly. If you want to sell high-quality jewelry or clothing, start here.

4. CJ Dropshipping (US Warehouses)

Best For: Cheap “Gadgets.”
CJ is a Chinese company, but they have massive warehouses in Chino, CA, and New Jersey. You can buy inventory upfront (cheap) and store it in their US warehouse for fast shipping. It's the best “Hybrid” model.

5. Print-on-Demand (Printful / Printify)

Best For: Custom Apparel.
Technically dropshipping! You design the shirt; they print it in North Carolina and ship it. Zero inventory, 100% US-based.

How to Vet a US Supplier (The “24-Hour” Test)

Don't trust the “Ships from USA” badge blindly.
The Test:
1. Message the supplier.
2. Ask: “If I order today, can you provide a USPS tracking number within 24 hours?”
3. If they say “Yes,” they are legit.
4. If they say “Processing takes 3-4 days,” they are dropshipping from China.

Why China Dropshipping is “Dying” (The Economic Shift)

It's simple math.
In 2018, shipping a 1lb package from China to NY cost $4 (subsidized).
In 2026, that same package costs $12.
Meanwhile, shipping that package from Ohio to NY costs $6 via USPS Ground Advantage.
The Verdict: US Dropshipping is now cheaper, faster, and safer.

Conclusion: Make the Switch

The era of 3-week shipping is over. If you want to build a brand that lasts, you need to be closer to your customers.

Ready to find US products?
Start your Dropified Trial to use our advanced filters and find US-based eBay and AliExpress suppliers instantly.

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19 thoughts on “How to Find US Based Dropshipping Suppliers in 2026 (The Speed Guide)”

  4. Jackson says:

    To supplement your point regarding US based aliexpress, this is not true. For most of them, they do not keep stock in the US, and send your item from China with an add-on postal charges to get it delivered faster.

  5. Arnold R Tapang says:

    Hi there, I have a question since I already have oberlin apps running on my shopify account can I use Both oberlin and dropufied? Second, Question how much is your basic plan per Month? Hope to hear from you soon thank you.

    • Kevin says:

      Hi Arnold,

      Dropified and Oberlo are similar, but Dropified has many more features and flexibility. Check out this comparison page https://www.dropified.com/oberlo-vs-dropified
      We recommend that you uninstall Oberlo while using Dropified as there have been reports of incompatibility and interference while using both apps simultaneously.
      We do have an Oberlo Migration Tool as well, so you can import your products and orders into Dropified from your Oberlo account.

      You can see our current plans and prices here 👍 http://www.dropified.com/pricing

    • Kevin says:

      Hi Abdul, you can connect your existing products in Shopify to Dropified and use as many suppliers as you want for each product in Dropified. The process is manual, but once you’ve set it up, the order fulfillment automation features in Dropified can help quickly place and fulfill your orders 👍

      Get started with a free trial from here http://www.dropified.com/pricing

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