Overview

• Temu has added import charges of approximately 145%, more than doubling the cost of many items shipped from China to the U.S.
• Shein has increased prices on some products by up to 300%, incorporating tariffs into listed prices rather than adding separate charges.
• The removal of the de minimis exemption, effective May 2, ends duty-free entry for parcels under $800, imposing a minimum $100 fee or 120% tariff, rising to 145%.
• Both companies are promoting U.S.-stocked inventory to avoid tariffs, but limited local supply could lead to further price increases.
• The tariff changes are part of a broader U.S. strategy to pressure China in trade negotiations, with significant implications for consumer habits and e-commerce dynamics.