Temu Halts Direct US Sales: Higher Prices, Drop Shipping Surge
Temu, a Chinese online marketplace, will cease directly selling goods from China to US customers, instead utilizing “locally based sellers” for order fulfillment within the US. This shift follows the closure of a duty-free rule for low-value packages, previously exploited by Temu and Shein to offer ultra-low prices. The decision aims to support American businesses and combat the smuggling of illegal goods, a concern raised by both the Trump and Biden administrations. This change is expected to result in price adjustments for consumers, mirroring similar actions taken or considered in the UK and European Union.
John Q. Hosedrinker