A shipment from online retailer Temu has finally arrived with no extra fees, but its owner warns that changes are coming due to the end of a shipping loophole. The US-China trade tensions led by Donald Trump have resulted in tariffs and the potential closure of the de minimis rule, allowing companies like Temu and Shein to ship items under $800 duty-free.
Temu and Shein have announced plans to raise prices, citing increased operating expenses due to changes in global trade rules. The companies’ statements are worded almost identically, with only minor variations in company names. They assure customers that they will continue to offer affordable products while maintaining quality standards.
The deadline for the de minimis loophole is May 2, and shipments made after this date may incur duty fees or higher prices. While some customers may still be able to take advantage of duty-free shipping before then, others face uncertain pricing in the future.
Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/temu-order-arrived-new-fees-trump-tariffs-delivery-explained-how-2025-4