US-China Tariff Shock Prompts Strategic Seller Shifts

May 2, 2025, 5:20 am

New US tariffs on low-value Chinese imports have spurred a swift tactical pivot among businesses. One report details the tariff-induced strain on import chains while another spotlights Temu’s decision to switch to US sellers—proving that even trade policies can force firms into unexpected acrobatics.

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techinasia.com / Temu shifts to US sellers to bypass import tariffs

This move comes after previously applying a surcharge to offset higher tariffs and as inventory in the US begins to decline.

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