Trade Tensions: U.S.-China Tariff Deal Leaves E-commerce Packages in Limbo
The recent U.S.-China trade agreement, announced on May 12, temporarily cuts tariffs but does not resolve the issue of tariffs on low-value e-commerce packages from China. The de minimis exemption, previously allowing duty-free entry of parcels under $800, remains uncertain after the Trump administration imposed heavy tariffs.
In a significant development, the United States and China have reached an agreement to temporarily reduce tariffs, as announced on May 12. However, the deal leaves a critical matter unresolved—the status of low-value e-commerce packages from China to the U.S.
The accord does not address the 'de minimis' exemptions, which previously allowed parcels valued under $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free. This exclusion is a significant concern for e-commerce businesses relying on these packages.
On May 2, President Donald Trump's administration ended the de minimis policy, imposing hefty tariffs of 120% on such packages. There is ambiguity regarding whether these tariffs will persist following the latest agreement.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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