Welcome to this week’s Sourcing Spotlight.
In this weeks edition, we will be looking at the latest announcements from Trump over the tariffs, which has delayed questions. Also looking at the new saviour for TikTok and the work arounds that are happening to make sure Tik-Tok stays in the US.
We also will be touching upon Poland’s specific pharmaceutical capacity, with new announcements with tariffs, will there be direct competition or benefits for a growing industry?
Feature Story
US Ends De Minimis: What It Means for Global E-Commerce
The US has officially scrapped its de minimis rule, meaning every parcel under $800 will now face duties and customs clearance. For e-commerce, that spells higher costs, more paperwork, and slower shipping. The hardest hit? China, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, the UK, and the EU - all big parcel exporters.
Small US sellers will feel the squeeze as compliance costs rise, while manufacturers and customs brokers may see new opportunities. Workarounds exist - from smarter fulfilment strategies to tariff engineering - but old tricks like splitting parcels are now off the table.
Other countries are watching closely, with the EU, UK, Japan, and Thailand already reviewing or cutting their own thresholds.
The age of duty-free doorstep bargains in the US is over. But for those who adapt quickly, this could be the nudge that makes their supply chains leaner, smarter, and more resilient.
How Small Businesses Can Survive India’s 50% US Tariff Shock
India’s exporters are reeling after the US slapped 50% tariffs on key goods, from textiles to jewellery. Factories in Surat and Mumbai are under pressure, American retailers are bracing for higher costs, and Delhi is scrambling to cushion the blow with tax cuts and a “buy local” push.
But here’s the twist: while some exporters face sharp losses, others are seizing the chance to diversify, renegotiate and even thrive in new markets. The tariffs may sting, but they could also push India’s manufacturing sector into long-overdue reform.
So who wins, who loses, and what does this mean for small businesses trying to survive the shock?
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That’s it for this weeks Sourcing Spotlight.
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