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Last Updated: 2/14/2025
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All you need to know about international trade and tariff changes

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What's changed / changing?

  • A flat tariff of 10% may be applied to all Country of Origin China products. Based on the sale price and not the cost of goods. (White House paused this tariff on 2/8)
  • The De Minimis exemption no longer applies (White House paused this tariff on 2/8)
  • If implemented additional new fees will result in increased cost of goods sold
  • Many of our merchants leverage 3PLs in Mexico and Canada to receive shipments from China, process abroad and then ship parcel packages to the US.
  • The de minimis exemption allowed brands to ship packages valued <$800 and not pay duties. Now removed for Country of Origin China products today.
  • Effectively eliminated for Mexico since Dec when Mexico introduced import tariffs in Dec for several consumer good categories including apparel.
  • Potentially same for Canada after 30 days. (as of 2/8)

Brands may face retaliatory tariffs on exports to these countries (retaliatory tariffs are currently on pause but the future is uncertain)

  • The de minimis exemption of no duties for items <$800 still applies….for now

How brands can respond

Step 1: Examine your supply chain

By working with reliable domestic fulfillment partners, merchants can address rising costs and demand sensitivity while ensuring a smooth transition to U.S. or regional fulfillment solutions.

Step 2: Prepare for an increase in Cost of Goods (COGs)

Merchants should partner with providers who ensure compliance agility, accurate landed cost calculations, timely customs declarations, multi-carrier network flexibility, and global supply chain optimization for both B2B and DTC operations.

Step 3: Stay Informed

With constant changes and shifting dynamics, it’s important for merchants to identify reliable sources of information by connecting with peers, communities, and vendors to gain insights into what others are doing to thrive in challenging times.

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Hear from experts in the space (more to come)

Need help navigating these changes?

We’re here to help you with all of these steps. Reach out to Loop’s Partner team at partnerships@loopreturns.com if you need recommendations for trusted experts, consultants, and logistics partners in the international trade space.

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