In light of the ongoing global health and economic crisis, Amazon is making regular changes to support customers, employees and third-party sellers alike. At SellerMobile, it is our goal to keep you updated on the changes to Amazon programs and policies. We plan to give you weekly updates for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic to help you navigate the uncertainty in the eCommerce industry.
The Latest Amazon COVID-19 Updates
April 17 – As well as postponing Prime Day, Amazon won’t run promotions for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day to handle surging demand.
April 14 – The French courts ordered Amazon to limit its deliveries to France to essential goods only.
April 13 – Amazon lifts ban on shipping non-essential items to its fulfillment centers.
Read more Amazon COVID-19 updates here
Amazon COVID-19 Updates: Most popular products based on sales as of April 24, 2020
- Jenga classic game
- Washable sidewalk chalk
- Streaming media player
- Smart speaker
- Security cameras
- Astronomical telescope
- Video games gift cards
- Wireless controller
- Gaming headset
- Preschool workbooks
- Adult novels
- Men short sleeve t-shirt
- Face mask bandanas
- Face mask bandanas
- Slip-on water shoe
Amazon COVID-19 Updates: Biggest gainers in sales rank as of April 24, 2020
- Children story books
- Binoculars for kids
- Wireless security camera
- LED monitor
- Chromebook
- Smart WiFi router
- Gaming headset
- Wireless controller
- Electronic flash card
- Jigsaw puzzle
- Remote control vehicle
What’s the best product to sell during the coronavirus pandemic?
Amazon continues to prioritize products under these categories to better serve customers’ needs while they are in quarantine.
- Baby products
- Health and household
- Beauty and personal care
- Grocery
- Industrial and scientific
- Pet supplies
If your products do not fall into one of the above six categories, we highly suggest that you consider expanding your niches. It is highly likely that the surge in demand for essential goods will stick around long-term.
What are other categories with surge in sales?
Amazon has noticed soaring demands in other categories and subcategories, including:
- Work-from-home tools/furniture
- Home gym accessories
- Board games/puzzles
- Homeschooling resources
- Patio, Lawn, & Garden products
- Home organization/cleaning products
Amazon Seller Resources
Read previous articles to learn more on:
- Coronavirus Stimulus Package: How it can help small business owners
- What are consumers buying during the coronavirus quarantine
- How can Amazon third-party sellers protect their business amid the global crisis
- What does Amazon temporary freeze of incoming shipments can mean for FBA sellers
- Impacts of the Novel Coronavirus on eCommerce
- COVID-19 Help Page for Amazon Sellers
Happenings around Amazon
- Amazon Go Remains Compelling but Niche Shopping Experience, Finds Strategy Analytics
- Mark Cuban says Amazon stock will keep going ‘up up up’ because of behavior change during shutdown
- Time to Lock In Profits on Amazon? Morgan Stanley Says Yes
- Amazon Is Changing Its Website to Do Something Unimaginable
Insights for Amazon Sellers
- Amazon’s list of best-selling items gives a glimpse into online shopping trends
- Amazon’s ‘non-essential’ sellers return but still face an uphill struggle
- International online purchases will fall by 24% due to COVID 19
- Amazon propels its offline strategy after Facebook-Jio deal
- How the coronavirus and retail closures are accelerating the rise of Amazon
- Of the 550 best-selling “Tools & Home Improvement” items at Amazon in the past month, 249 were face masks
- AG Investigating After Amazon Flags 5 Retailers Accused of Price Gouging
- Amazon Is Overhauling Its Marketing Strategies to Get People to Buy Less
- Survey: Retailers hold out hope for Prime Day
- Amazon has been hinting at a new seller health care offering
Stay Tuned for More Updates
We are not sure until when this COVID-19 pandemic will end, so for now stay informed on the latest Amazon Covid-19 updates and act accordingly.
We wish everyone well during this time. If you need help streamlining your processes – be it your inventory, shipment, sales & profit monitoring or PPC advertising – SellerMobile got your back.
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