The article discusses the impending closure of the de minimis loophole, which allows low-value shipments from China to enter the U.S. duty-free. This change, prompted by tariffs from the Trump administration, will likely lead to increased prices for e-commerce sites like Temu and Shein, which are popular for their low prices on products. The author recounts her personal experience ordering from Temu just before the changes take place, expressing relief that her order will arrive without additional fees. Both companies have issued similar statements warning customers of upcoming price hikes.
The details about closing the de minimis rule have been a little unclear at times - not unlike the back-and-forth with Trump's tariffs. Initially, it was unclear when the yanking of the de minimis exception would go into effect, and I worried that when my order arrived, I might get slapped with a hefty $75 fee.
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