We know how frustrating it can be when unexpected changes hit your business—especially when it comes to shipping and tariffs. With the recent update on U.S. tariffs affecting goods imported from China, we want to help you navigate these changes and keep your business running smoothly. At CJdropshipping, we're committed to providing you with the tools and strategies to stay ahead of the game.
What's Changing with U.S. Tariffs
Starting May 2, 2025, all shipments from China to the U.S. will face new tariffs, significantly impacting your business costs. The U.S. is eliminating the de minimis exemption for low-value imports from China. Previously, shipments valued under $800 could enter duty-free; now, all such imports will be subject to standard tariffs applied directly to logistics costs, meaning these fees will compound with existing shipping expenses.
Tariffs can reach up to 245% for most Chinese goods, in addition to existing duties. For example, apparel and jewelry imports may face combined duties exceeding 165%. These increases are already disrupting supply chains, with reports of canceled orders, reduced shipments, and higher end-to-end logistics costs due to tariff-driven adjustments.
What CJdropshipping Is Doing to Adapt
We know that the increase in tariffs can feel like a curveball, so we've implemented changes to help you keep your costs in check.
Logistics Cost Adjustments
In response to the recent U.S. tariff increases, shipping carriers have re-priced their services to cover the higher duties they now must collect and remit—meaning that tariffs are literally applied on top of your freight cost, not just on product value.
As a result, CJdropshipping's shipping fees now include those tariff charges directly in the freight rate, and have risen by approximately 25%, reflecting carriers' higher handling and customs-clearance charges rolled into per-shipment rates. This adjustment wasn't our choice—logistics partners changed their policies to absorb new customs compliance costs themselves. We're doing everything we can to absorb the bulk of this increase so your landed cost stays as low as possible.
U.S. Warehouse Shipping Updates
Even for U.S.-warehouse products, there's been a change. Due to USPS's latest rate adjustments, shipping costs for orders from our U.S. warehouse have risen by about 15%.
That said, products stored in the U.S. come with zero international tariffs, and shipping stays fast (around 3–7 days). We'll keep negotiating with domestic shipping partners to control these costs as much as possible.
Proactive Collaboration with Logistics Partners
We're in continuous, close discussions with our logistics partners—who specialize in tariff management and customs clearance—to develop tailored solutions that reduce the impact of these changes. By optimizing shipping routes, duty calculations, and clearance processes, we aim to offset long-term cost increases for your business.
What You Can Do Now to Protect Your Margins
1. Update Your Prices to Cover the Cost Increases
To offset the higher shipping and tariff-related costs, we recommend raising your retail prices by at least 20% for products shipped from China to the U.S. This adjustment isn't just about protecting your margins—it's about matching the trend you're already seeing across top platforms.
- Shein and Temu have publicly announced US price increases in response to the de minimis closure and rising logistics costs.
- Major Amazon sellers have similarly lifted prices to stay in step with their supply-chain realities.
- And just in the past few days, some merchants report that Temu's full-fulfillment fees have surged by up to 70%, as carriers bake in both higher tariffs and domestic handling charges (subject to final confirmation by your carrier quotes).
A 20%+ price bump is becoming the market baseline—customers already see higher prices on these big platforms, so a modest increase won't come as a shock. Taking action now ensures you remain both competitive and profitable as these new costs settle in.
2. Move Top-Selling Products to the U.S. Warehouse
Our logistics partners have provided updated sea-freight proposals showing rate increases of only $0.97–$1.11 USD per kg for China→U.S. shipping—even after tariffs are rolled into carrier pricing. They offer LCL (less-than-container-load) solutions tailored to smaller volumes and FCL (full-container-load) discounts for high-volume sellers, complete with pre-paid duty options and streamlined customs clearance.
When you combine that $1/kg bump with CJdropshipping's U.S. warehousing fee, the total landed-cost impact on your bestsellers works out to under 5% overall compared to pre-tariff rates. Shipping times by sea run 25–35 days, but once inventory is in our U.S. warehouse, you'll enjoy consistent 3–7 day delivery (tariff-free) to your customers.
3. Add More "Shipping From United States of America (the)" Products
To further mitigate the impact of tariffs, consider increasing the number of products you source from CJdropshipping's trusted U.S. suppliers. Products offered by these trusted U.S. suppliers will be shipped quickly, within 3-7 days, and come with no tariff fees. By offering more "Shipping From United States of America (the)" products, you can provide faster delivery times and maintain your competitive edge without being burdened by the rising costs of international shipping. Plus, you'll be able to expand your product offerings and better meet your customers' diverse needs.
4. Pre-Stock with CJ's Global Warehouses
CJ is actively expanding global supply chain to offer reliable, fast local fulfillment for sellers worldwide.
You can also leverage CJ's global fulfillment network. You can pre-stock private inventory in our overseas warehouses or sell directly from existing warehouse stock. Not only for faster local delivery, but this helps you unlock new opportunities in more high-potential regions such as Europe, which are not impacted by tariff policies.
Conclusion
We know the new tariffs sound like a big deal—but they're just a bump in the road, not a roadblock.
We don't recommend pulling back from selling to the U.S. market. These policy changes are temporary events. Over time, they tend to stabilize and move toward more reasonable levels. Meanwhile, American consumers still heavily rely on daily goods from China—especially everyday products like the ones you sell. That's not something that can be replaced overnight, and realistically, it won't change completely in the next few years.
By choosing to adapt instead of pause, you'll put yourself in a stronger position while others hesitate. The businesses that stay steady now will be the ones winning bigger later. The next four years are crucial—but also full of opportunity. If you stay flexible, keep improving, and move forward bravely, you'll build an even more competitive brand while others are still figuring things out.
CJdropshipping will continue working closely with logistics partners to manage shipping costs and customs processes—and we'll be right here to support you through every step of the change. Follow us for more updates and strategies to stay ahead.