USPS Suspends Inbound Packages from China and Hong Kong, Disrupting E-Commerce Giants
USPS Suspends Source: pressdemocrat.com USPS Halts Shipments Amid New Tariffs The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced a temporary suspension of all inbound packages from China and Hong Kong, citing an indefinite timeline for the decision. This move follows the implementation of new U.S. trade policies that impose a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports and eliminate the “de minimis” exemption, which previously allowed small-value packages under $800 to enter duty-free. While standard letters and large envelopes from China and Hong Kong remain unaffected, the suspension is expected to significantly impact e-commerce giants such as Shein, Temu, and Amazon Haul, which depend on low-cost shipping from the region. Impact on E-Commerce Platforms The USPS Suspends inbound packages from China and Hong Kong without explicitly stating the reason, but experts suggest it is likely a response to recent changes in trade regulations. The suspension will allow USPS to develop new pro...