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With drop shipping, sellers rely on products that typically ship over two to four weeks from China. This prolonged wait complicates quality control, as sellers are often unable to physically assess a product before offering it to customers. Resultantly, buyers experience inconsistent product quality, leading to negative customer experiences, increased chargebacks, and refunds, which tarnish a seller's brand reputation and payment processing capabilities.
Furthermore, drop shippers compete with giants like Amazon, where consumers have come to expect quick delivery and high product standards. This lack of trust and reliability damages potential customer relationships, effectively sealing the fate of many drop shipping ventures.