Cheap parcels from China will no longer be duty-free, Raising Prices for Shoppers

The Trump administration has ended the de minimis exemption for low-value Chinese imports, affecting up to 4 million parcels daily. The change, effective May 2, is expected to raise prices and slow deliveries as tariffs up to 145% are applied. The move targets cheap imports that have undercut U.S. businesses, benefiting domestic manufacturers but straining small online retailers and logistics. Major carriers like FedEx and USPS must now process customs on more parcels. Consumers shopping from platforms like Temu and Shein may see significant cost increases. The decision adds pressure to an escalating U.S.-China trade war.

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Source: AP News