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 e-Commerce industry.
The Latest Amazon COVID-19 Updates
June 1 – Amazon intensifies push into Australian pharmacy with trademark application
May 31 – Of the 175,000 workers Amazon brought on board during the coronavirus pandemic, the company would offer permanent jobs to around 125,000 of the new pandemic hires, which equates to 70 percent.
May 29 – The online retail giant is in negotiations to lease the 2 Burlington Plaza office block in central Dublin, even as virus hits.
May 26 – Amazon is hiring for its massive distribution center in Deltona, which is expected to be completed later this year.
May 26 – Amazon announced a €3.75 million commitment to The Nature Conservancy in an effort to reduce climate change risks and increase species biodiversity in three German cities.
May 25 – Amazon launches food delivery service with “Amazon Food” In India, which is particularly relevant in present times as customers stay home safe.
May 22 – Amazon has decided to reschedule its annual Prime Day sales extravaganza to September, as the Covid-19 pandemic increases demand on the company’s warehouses.
Read more Amazon COVID-19 updates here
Amazon COVID-19 Updates: Most popular products based on sales as of June 1, 2020
- Inflatable pool
- Sprinkler for kids
- Water blaster set
- Fire TV Stick
- Echo Dot
- Indoor Smart home camera
- Wireless security camera
- Pocket microscope
- Video game gift cards
- Novels and Non-fictional books
- Activewear shorts for women
- Slip-on water shoe
- Face mask
Amazon COVID-19 Updates: Biggest gainers in sales rank as of June 1, 2020
- Children story books
- Camera pen surveillance
- Mini spy camera
- Mini lightweight binoculars
- Gaming monitor
- Fire TV Stick
- Gaming headset
- Men’s jacket
- Women’s summer dress
- Women’s underwear
What’s the best product to sell during the coronavirus pandemic?
Although Amazon has opened its warehouses a couple weeks back and started accepting a wider range of items, it still 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 In & Out Amazon
- Amazon Could Compete Directly With Carmakers As It Makes Its Move In The Self-Driving Space
- Amazon.com was briefly down for many in the US
- Amazon Announces Five New Utility-Scale Solar Projects to Power Global Operations in China, Australia, and the U.S.
- Amazon Pantry discontinued but Amazon Fresh and Prime Now offer greater range
- Amazon removed racist images that appeared on some listings for headphones
- Amazon scales back deliveries near protests
- Amazon among companies helping apartment platform SmartRent raise $60 million
- Amazon Has Opened a Family Homeless Shelter on Its Seattle Campus
Insights & Opportunities for Amazon Sellers
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- Amazon labeled as most favourable food retailer during COVID-19
- Amazon FBA New Selection programme enhanced & expanded
- VAT Services on Amazon free for a year
- Amazon withholds Tax for sellers residing in Mexico
- Amazon’s #1 best-selling face covering increased by 5 million percent in sales overnight
- Amazon Urges Sellers to Pack FBA Inbounds Carefully
- How to build your own successful Amazon business
- Amazon Doesn’t See Demand Slowing Anytime Soon
- Watch Out for Amazon UK Policy Changes effective June 15
- Get a Handle on Your Amazon Distribution
- Learn how to utilize Amazon’s FBA services with these training classes
- Amazon’s 1-day shipping program could see more coronavirus-induced delays
- Amazon profits from the price gouging it says it’s trying to stamp out
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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