Understanding Product Landed Cost in 2025: What It Is and How It’s Changing
When you’re importing products, the product landed cost is the number that really matters. It’s the total cost of getting your product from the supplier’s door to your customer’s hands—or into Amazon’s fulfillment network. Landed cost isn’t just the invoice price of your goods. It includes freight, duties, tariffs, insurance, customs clearance, and handling fees. […]
De Minimis Ends, Tariffs Surge: Implications for E-Commerce and Retail
Key Takeaways The de minimis exemption ($800 duty-free threshold) ended on August 29, 2025. All imports, no matter the value, now face tariffs, duties, and full customs paperwork. Tariffs remain volatile: 10–50% on most goods, up to 100% on targeted categories, pending a Supreme Court review. Fast-fashion giants like Temu and Shein lose their edge […]