That’s thanks to a decision by US President Donald Trump to close a tariff loophole for “de minimis” merchandise from mainland China and Hong Kong from May 2. The phrase — which loosely translates as “too small to matter” — refers to small packages that are shipped directly to consumers from abroad,

The de minimis trade loophole has expired, affecting international shipping costs.The loophole allowed shipments under $800 to avoid import taxes and levies.Shein and Temu have said they will raise prices due to the tariff rates on Chinese imports.

Cheaper goods from China are no longer exempt from import duties, which could sharply raise points for consumers.