U.S. Suspended Duty Free Policy for Chinese Goods, Customs Faces Big Challenges

Far-reaching impact of policy change: Trump administration removes “duty-free threshold” for Chinese goods, resulting in millions of additional packages to be processed by Customs

- Implementation details still unclear: Logistics companies, such as USPS, have yet to establish effective tax collection and reporting processes, leading to confusion in the marketplace

- Additional costs: Businesses expect to face an additional 50% cost on top of the 25% tariff that may be borne by consumers Additional costs: In addition

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companies are expected to face an additional 50% cost, which may be borne by consumers

- Clearance delays and supply chain bottlenecks: Lack of clear guidance on the customs process may lead to serious clearance delays and freight congestion

- Global supply chain may be affected: If the US customs backlog cannot be alleviated, it may prompt cross-border e-commerce companies to adjust their logistics strategies and look for new channels