dropshipping-product-research — Claude Code skill
Analyzes dropshipping product ideas, margins, shipping times, and supplier reliability. Fits stores running on Shopify, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and other marketplaces.
npx skills add nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --skill dropshipping-product-research -a claude-codeWhat dropshipping-product-research does
This skill evaluates product viability for dropshipping by checking item weight, fragility, profit margins, and return risks. It assesses shipping lead times from suppliers, identifies marketing angles across social media or paid search, and breaks down competition. Supported platforms include Shopify, Amazon, WooCommerce, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Etsy, eBay, and BigCommerce.
The workflow runs in four steps. The agent extracts goals and budget constraints from your initial prompt, then sends a single multiple-choice follow-up where you can reply in shorthand like "1b 2c 3a". In the final response, estimates based on partial data carry a ⚠️ warning, making speculative figures stand out immediately.
What it helps with
- evaluate product viability by weight, margin, and fragility
- check supplier reliability and shipping times
- identify viable marketing angles for paid ads and social media
- spot high-risk items prone to frequent customer returns
Example prompts for the agent
- Help me find dropshipping products in the pet accessories niche. Budget is $2000 to start. I want to sell via Shopify with Meta ads.
- Analyze the competition and shipping viability for kitchen gadgets on Amazon.
- Score the return risk and profit margins for selling wireless desk lamps on TikTok Shop.
How to install dropshipping-product-research
1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --skill dropshipping-product-research -a claude-code2Manually: put the files in place
~/.claude/skills/dropshipping-product-research/SKILL.mdCopy the whole skill folder; for one project use .claude/skills/dropshipping-product-research/
1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --skill dropshipping-product-research -a codex2Manually: put the files in place
.agents/skills/dropshipping-product-research/SKILL.mdFor all projects use ~/.agents/skills/
1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --skill dropshipping-product-research -a cursor2Manually: put the files in place
.cursor/skills/dropshipping-product-research/SKILL.mdCursor also reads .agents/skills/ and .claude/skills/
1GitHub CLI
gh skill install nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills dropshipping-product-research2Manually: put the files in place
.github/skills/dropshipping-product-research/SKILL.md1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --skill dropshipping-product-research -a gemini-cli2Platform CLI
gemini skills install https://github.com/nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --path dropshipping-product-researchManually: put the files in place
.devin/skills/dropshipping-product-research/SKILL.mdThe legacy .windsurf/skills/ path still works
Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --skill dropshipping-product-research -a opencodeClaude.ai
Zip the folder and upload it in Settings → Capabilities → Skills
Step by step, with commands for each platform: How to install skills in Claude Code: five ways
Questions about dropshipping-product-research
How do I install dropshipping-product-research in Claude Code?
Run npx skills add nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --skill dropshipping-product-research -a claude-code. The file will be placed in ~/.claude/skills/dropshipping-product-research/SKILL.md.
Which e-commerce platforms are supported?
It supports Amazon, Shopify, WooCommerce, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Etsy, eBay, and BigCommerce.
How does the skill request missing details?
It sends a single follow-up message with multiple-choice questions, accepting compact shorthand answers like 1b 2c 3a.
Source text
SKILL.md · MIT
---
name: dropshipping-product-research
description: "Product research for dropshipping businesses. Identify profitable products with reliable suppliers, healthy margins, and manageable competition. Evaluates shipping times, return risk, and marketing viability."
metadata:
nexscope:
emoji: "📦"
category: ecommerce
---
# Dropshipping Product Research 📦
Product research for dropshipping businesses. Identify profitable products with reliable suppliers, healthy margins, and manageable competition. Evaluates shipping times, return risk, and marketing viability.
**Supported platforms:** Amazon, Shopify, WooCommerce, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Etsy, eBay, BigCommerce.
Built by [Nexscope](https://www.nexscope.ai/?co-from=skill) — your AI assistant for smarter e-commerce decisions.
## Install
```bash
npx skills add nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills --skill dropshipping-product-research -g
```
## Usage
```
Help me find dropshipping products in the pet accessories niche. Budget is $2000 to start. I want to sell via Shopify with Meta ads.
```
## Capabilities
- Product viability scoring for dropshipping (margin, weight, fragility, return risk)
- Supplier reliability assessment framework
- Shipping time and cost analysis by origin/destination
- Marketing angle identification (social media, paid ads, SEO)
- Competition analysis specific to dropshipping niches
- Trend validation and longevity assessment
## How This Skill Works
**Step 1:** Collect information from the user's message — product, platform, current situation, and goals.
**Step 2:** Ask one follow-up with all remaining questions using multiple-choice format. Allow shorthand answers (e.g., "1b 2c 3a").
**Step 3:** Research and analyze using the frameworks and methodology below.
**Step 4:** Deliver structured, actionable output with specific recommendations, not vague advice.
## Output Format
- Start with a summary of findings
- Include specific data points and benchmarks where available
- Provide prioritized action items
- Mark estimates with ⚠️ when based on incomplete data
- End with concrete next steps
## Other Skills
More e-commerce skills: [nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills](https://github.com/nexscope-ai/eCommerce-Skills)
Amazon-specific skills: [nexscope-ai/Amazon-Skills](https://github.com/nexscope-ai/Amazon-Skills)
Built by [Nexscope](https://www.nexscope.ai/?co-from=skill) — your AI assistant for smarter e-commerce decisions.
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