Shein, Temu Prices Spike as High as 377% Ahead of Looming Trump Tariffs

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Shein, Temu prices go up today. We tracked some items to see how much.

While the de minimis exemption is not being eliminated until May 2, both Shein and Temu released notices on April 16 saying they will be performing "price adjustments” starting April 25.

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Shein, Temu Prices Surge as High as 377% Ahead of Tariff Increases

This surge in prices comes after President Donald Trump's administration revoked the "de minimis" exemption, which previously allowed goods under $800 to enter the US from mainland China and Hong Kong duty-free.

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Shein raises prices by up to 377pc for American shoppers

The move suggests Shein, which is now headquartered in Singapore, is passing on higher import duties to customers after Mr Trump imposed 145pc tariffs on all goods from China.

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Chinese Sellers In US Market Begin Hiking Prices
Singapore-based Shein Group Ltd. raised the prices of all goods for the U.S. market. The average prices for the top 100 products in the beauty and health category jumped 51% at the end of last week. For home and kitchen products and toys, prices rose by 30%. A massive 377% increase for a 10-piece set of kitchen towels.
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Temu makes major online change as shoppers forced to switch gears
TEMU has made a significant change in its operations that could affect shoppers. It comes as the e-commerce giant adjusts to recent economic landscape changes. The brand is often lumped in with Shein, another online-based low-cost shopping platform that offers predominantly fast fashion, accessories, and cosmetics.
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Shein Raises Prices by Up to 377% in Response to Tariffs
Shein has increased the prices of several products in response to pending tariffs. Most of those U.S. price hikes by the eCommerce retailer happened Friday (April 25) The average price for the top 100 items in the beauty and health category rose by 51% from Thursday. Home and kitchen products and toys rose by an average of 30%.
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Temu customers in the U.S. hit with steep import charges due to tariffs
Tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have in some cases more than doubled the prices of items on the e-commerce marketplace. A three-pack of men's athletic shorts advertised as on sale for $23.61 with free shipping came out to $56.36 after a $32.75 import charge, according to an NBC News review of product listings.
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Shein, Temu prices spike as much as 300% due to US tariffs
Chinese e-commerce brands Shein and Temu are raising prices for US customers in response to recently imposed tariffs on Chinese imports.
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Temu, Shein import taxes in response to Trump’s tariffs leave U.S. shoppers stunned
Several Chinese e-commerce retailers have begun tacking on steep import fees, some as high as 150%. Business analyst Parag Amin said the added costs are a direct result of changing U.S. trade policy. “We’re going to be seeing higher prices across the board,” Amin said.
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Kelly Evans: Tariffs come to America
The tariffs story has largely been one of fear, hesitation, and markets plunging. The trouble is, the retail impact is beginning in a comically small way next to the massive moves we've had in markets in recent weeks. A pack of kitchen towels on Shein goes from $1.28 to $6.10. An eyelash shaper tool goes from 44 cents to $ 1.11.
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Shein Raises Prices by Up to 377% in Response to Tariffs
Shein has increased the prices of several products in response to pending tariffs. Most of those U.S. price hikes by the eCommerce retailer happened Friday (April 25) The average price for the top 100 items in the beauty and health category rose by 51% from Thursday. Home and kitchen products and toys rose by an average of 30%.
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Shein and Temu raise prices in response to Trump tariffs
Donald Trump’s staggering tariffs on Chinese imports have hit nearly every category of consumer goods. One of the most vulnerable industries is the ultracheap e-commerce sites like Shein, Temu, and AliExpress. Both companies warned shoppers earlier this month that prices would increase on April 25th.
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Shein, Temu hike US prices as Trump tariffs loom By Investing.com
Shein and Temu hiked prices for U.S. customers sharply last week. The e-commerce platforms were seen raising prices by 91% to nearly 400%. President Donald Trump’s full tariffs on China, including the removal of a key exemption, will take effect on May 2.
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Pittsburgh economist explains why Shein and Temu are raising prices due to Trump's tariffs on China
Pittsburgh economist explains why Shein and Temu is raising prices due to Trump's tariffs on China. China hiked its retaliatory tariffs earlier this month on U.S. goods to 125 percent. On Wednesday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration has an "opportunity for a big deal"
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Shein and Temu just started raising prices ahead of new tariffs
Temu and Shein raise prices on many goods in advance of 120% tariffs set to take effect next week. The companies had informed shoppers of the coming price hikes last week. American customers have largely been able to avoid paying tariffs due to an exemption on shipments of goods worth less than $800.
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