Navigating the Upcoming Changes to US Import Tariffs: What MillyRose Crafts Customers Need to Know

Navigating the Upcoming Changes to US Import Tariffs: What MillyRose Crafts Customers Need to Know (Updated April 17, 2025)

As valued MillyRose Crafts customers in the United States, we want to keep you informed about upcoming changes to US import tariffs and how they might impact your orders. We've recently been notified by our couriers that significant changes are on the horizon, and we want to be transparent about what this means for you.

What's Changing?

We've been advised that starting April 23, 2025, we anticipate seeing import taxes applied to some of our products shipped to the US. This stems from new requirements for couriers to include customs tariff codes on shipments, indicating that US Customs will soon be charging import tariffs.

What This Means for You

While we are committed to maintaining our current prices for our US customers, inclusive of shipping, the reality is that these import tariffs could result in you, the customer, facing additional costs upon receiving your order. These are costs that are completely outside of our control.

Our Efforts to Mitigate the Impact

We understand this is frustrating news, and we are actively taking steps to minimize the impact on our customers:

• Sourcing US Suppliers: We are diligently exploring US-based suppliers in an effort to reduce our reliance on imported materials. However, initial investigations have shown that prices from US suppliers are generally significantly higher. We will continue to evaluate this option and offer US-sourced products where possible.
• Order-by-Order Review: After April 23rd and again after May 2nd, we will review each US order individually. We will assess the shipping charges per item and contact you with the final cost, including the anticipated import tariff. This will give you the option to cancel your order should the additional costs be prohibitive. We believe this transparency is the fairest approach given the uncertainty surrounding the tariffs.

The Unknowns (and Why It's Difficult)

Like many businesses, we are facing a considerable amount of uncertainty surrounding these new tariffs. The exact products that will be affected and the specific tariff rates are not yet clearly defined. Some reports suggest tariffs could reach as high as 245% on certain items. Unfortunately, it appears that even US Customs is still working out the specifics.

How You Can Help

To help us navigate this challenging situation and potentially save you money, we recommend the following:

• Order Directly from Our Website: While we love our Etsy store, we incur fees for each transaction. By ordering directly from our website at www.millyrosecrafts.com, you'll help us avoid those fees, which we can then pass on as savings. This will provide a small buffer to help offset the potential tariffs.
• Contact Us for a Quote: If you see a product you like on our website, please don't hesitate to message us before placing an order. We will be happy to provide you with a confirmed cost estimate, including anticipated shipping and potential import tariff charges.

We appreciate your understanding as we work through these changes. We remain committed to providing you with beautiful, handcrafted items at the best possible prices. We value your business and will continue to do everything we can to minimize the impact of these new import tariffs. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

10/4/25 Navigating the Upcoming Changes to US Import Tariffs: What MillyRose Crafts Customers Need to Know

At MillyRose Crafts, we value our US customers and understand the potential impact of changes to import tariffs. As we monitor the evolving situation surrounding US tariff policies, we want to assure you that we're committed to minimizing any disruption to your shopping experience.

Currently, we ship directly from our Chinese designers, a strategy that has proven to be the most cost-effective and time-efficient method for our customers. We recognize that this direct shipping model is subject to the new tariff regulations. We've explored alternative options, such as holding stock in the UK, US, and EU, but unfortunately, the logistical costs associated with these approaches significantly outweigh the benefits.

Here's what we currently anticipate based on the available information:

• De Minimis Threshold Change: Until May 2nd, the $800 de minimis threshold remains in effect. We don't expect to see any immediate changes to shipping costs before this date.

• Post-May 2nd Expectations: Following May 2nd, when the $800 de minimis threshold is removed, we anticipate that shipping companies will likely increase their costs to account for customs charges.

• Potential Flat Fees: Some shipping companies may also impose a flat fee on top of the customs charges. However, the specific companies implementing this fee, and the amount of that fee, remain unclear at this time. We are actively seeking clarification from our shipping partners and will update you as soon as we have more concrete information.

Our Commitment to You:

We understand that these changes may raise concerns, and we want to assure you that we're actively taking steps to mitigate any potential price increases for our US customers. This includes:

• Price Maintenance: We will endeavor to maintain our current prices for as long as possible.

• Alternative Sourcing: We are exploring sourcing options within the US, although we anticipate that prices may be somewhat higher than our current offerings.

• Tariff Mitigation: We are actively seeking ways to soften the impact of tariff increases on our customers.

• Hope for Resolution: We remain optimistic that a solution to the tariff situation may be reached by May 2nd.

We value your business and appreciate your understanding as we navigate these changes. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide you with timely updates. Please be assured that we are dedicated to ensuring you can continue to enjoy MillyRose Crafts products at reasonable prices. Stay tuned for further announcements!