US Suspends All Packages from China & Hong Kong – What It Means for Shoppers

After the tariff war started the US, now a big news grabbed the headlines. The US Postal Service (USPS) has suspended all incoming parcels from China and Hong Kong until further notice. This decision will impact millions of consumers and businesses. This will directly hit the e-commerce giants like Shein and Temu. 

Key Developments of the USPS

EventDetails
USPS SuspensionNo parcels from China & Hong Kong accepted until further notice
Affected CompaniesShein, Temu, and other China-based online retailers
Possible ReasonTrade tensions, end of de minimis exemption, new tariffs
Consumer ImpactDelays, higher prices, and fewer available products

USPS has not disclosed a specific reason. This suspension comes just days after the US ended the de minimis exemption, which previously allowed goods under $800 to enter duty-free. Additionally, a new 10% tariff on Chinese imports took effect, increasing costs for e-commerce businesses.

Impact on Shoppers & Businesses

After this suspension now it will take longer shipping delays to get parcels. And maybe you will have to pay higher taxes to receive your next parcel. E-commerce will face a big trouble in soming days, Do you think Shein have any plans ready to deal with this?

Kumari K

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