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USPS halts select incoming packages from China and Hong Kong


The U.S. Postal Service has announced the temporary suspension of all inbound packages from China and Hong Kong Posts. This decision comes in light of President Trump’s executive orders imposing tariffs on various countries, including China. The suspension will not affect letters and large envelopes from China and Hong Kong, but it will impact packages. The orders also eliminate the “de minimis” provision, which allowed packages worth less than $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free, affecting Chinese e-commerce companies like Shein and Temu. These companies have been major users of this provision, with more than 30% of all packages shipped to the U.S. under “de minimis” coming from them. The suspension could lead to increased costs for sellers and higher prices for U.S. consumers. Lawmakers argue that de minimis imports give Chinese companies an unfair advantage and allow illicit drugs like fentanyl to enter the U.S. through the mail. Chinese e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu have stated that their business models do not rely on de minimis, as they have opened distribution centers in the U.S. to store goods. Trade organizations and advocacy groups have urged Trump to curb de minimis shipments due to the minimal documentation and inspection they undergo. The U.S. Postal Service spokesperson stated that it is unclear if the suspension applies to package shipments from China and Hong Kong sent via private carriers. Overall, the suspension of inbound packages from China and Hong Kong could have significant implications for the e-commerce industry.

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