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USPS Halts Delivery of Certain Packages from China and Hong Kong


The U.S. Postal Service has temporarily suspended all inbound packages from China and Hong Kong Posts due to President Trump’s executive orders imposing tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada. This change is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice. Letters and large envelopes from China and Hong Kong will not be affected by the suspension.

The executive orders eliminate the “de minimis” provision, which allows packages worth less than $800 to be shipped into the U.S. duty free. Chinese e-commerce firms like Shein and Temu, who heavily rely on this provision, could face increased costs and higher prices for U.S. consumers due to the suspension.

China Post and Hong Kong Post are government-operated postal services, but it is unclear if the suspension applies to package shipments from China and Hong Kong sent via private mail carriers. Cross-border e-commerce companies rely on USPS for about 31% of last-mile deliveries.

Lawmakers argue that de minimis imports give Chinese companies an unfair advantage by circumventing tariffs, while trade officials say these packages are subject to minimal documentation and inspection. Trade organizations and advocacy groups have urged Trump to curb de minimis shipments to prevent illicit drugs like fentanyl from entering the U.S.

It remains uncertain how Chinese e-commerce platforms like Temu and Shein will cope with the suspension and potential tariffs. Some companies have opened distribution centers in the U.S. to store goods locally and mitigate trade restrictions. This trend has gained popularity as major e-commerce companies seek to adapt to changing trade policies.

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