Among the “big four” consumer 3D printers, three of them are Cainiao Logistics.
Recently, Wang Lingjun, deputy director of the General Administration of Customs, said that exports of 3D printers will reach a growth of 32.8% in 2024. According to previous data from the General Administration of Customs, the volume of China’s 3D printer exports in 2023 will be 3.525 million units, so the volume of 3D printer exports in 2024 is expected be 3.525 million units.will reach 4.686 million units. In addition, the total export value of my country’s 3D printers in the first three quarters of 2024Reached 6.33 billion yuanthis figure exceeded the total amount for the whole of 2023.
How popular is the export of 3D printing industry? We can get a glimpse of it through the hustle and bustle of logistics.
According to Cainiao’s global supply chain data, since December 2024, shipments of Cainiao 3D printers from overseas warehousesYear-over-year growth reached 200%particularly in the American market, which experienced significant growth. This growth is mainly attributed to the rapid development of the 3D printing market and the gradual emergence of domestic equipment in the international market.
In response to this trend, Cainiao Overseas Warehouse specially launchedExclusive overseas solutions for 3D printersproviding a series of personalized logistics services, from first-mile transportation to last-mile services. These services include dedicated warehousing, personalized pricing, comprehensive order tracking and the ability to intelligently match logistics channels, with the aim of helping Chinese companies reduce overseas costs and improve efficiency logistics. At present, among the “four giants” of mainstream 3D printers sold overseas, there areThree companies set up in Cainiao’s overseas warehouseand use the services above.
According to 2023 statistics, in the entry-level 3D printer market, Chinese manufacturers account for up to 94% of shipments. Among them, four vendors, Chuangxiang 3D, Tuozhu Technology, Zongwei Cube and Aileku, accounted for 89% of the market share. That’s why everyone always called them the four giants of consumer 3D printing.
When it comes to overseas 3D printing shipments, overseas logistics has become a key tool for companies to explore the international market. The cross-border logistics model of storing goods in overseas warehouses has become the first choice of Chinese cross-border merchant brands. go abroad.
Overseas warehouses can not only reduce transportation time, but also reduce logistics costs and improve consumers’ shopping experience. Since the 3D printer category has the characteristics of rapid, high-value product iteration and high requirements for warehousing and fulfillment, foreign companies often face problems such as high costs. high transport costs, unstable delivery times, insufficient customs clearance capacities and abnormal losses in the logistics process. These challenges require logistical solutions. Be very professional and focused.
According to Lin Xue, sales manager of overseas warehouses of Cainiao Global Supply Chain in South China: “There are many types of 3D printers, as well as their accessories and consumables, and they are expected to help users in various personalized combinations. process, we need to provide flexible, highly elastic and composite order processing capabilities. For 3D printers, we provide custom storage areas, storage locations, moving lines and independent packaging stations. We are also equipped with closed circuit television surveillance and a professional operations team with relevant operational experience to ensure this during daily and promotional operations. seasons, logistics execution has always remained at the forefront of the sector.
It is understood that Cainiao Global Supply Chain operates more than 40 overseas warehouses in 18 countries and regions in Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific and other regions. The warehouse area firmly occupies the leading position in the industry, and the 2-3. The daily delivery capacity of warehousing and distribution services covers the United States. This may also be the reason why most mainstream 3D printing manufacturers choose to cooperate with Cainiao.
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Coming back to the reasons why Chinese 3D printers are so popular overseas, there are three main reasons: first, the price advantage, Chinese manufacturers can provide cost-effective products; second, technological innovation, domestic brands continue to improve product performance and reliability; Global sourcing Chain improvement ensures timely delivery and high-quality after-sales service through overseas warehouses and efficient logistics.
By 2025, the export volume of 3D printing may depend on the quantity we can produce.
Note: Some information comes from CCTV News.
