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Triple Threat to Ecommerce: Reciprocal Tariffs and De Minimis Changes Create Existential Crisis for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses

Ecommerce Innovation Alliance

April 10, 2025

The EIA is issuing an urgent warning to American policymakers. The recent flurry of Executive Orders concerning reciprocal tariffs and low-value imports, particularly those originating from the People’s Republic of China (PRC), represent a triple threat to the viability of countless U.S.-based small and mid-sized e-commerce companies. …

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Two Executive Orders, One Big Question Mark for Ecommerce Companies

Ecommerce Innovation Alliance

April 3, 2025

The EIA is closely monitoring recent developments out of the White House, specifically the two Executive Orders issued on April 2, 2025, that will undoubtedly have ramifications for the ecommerce sector. We believe it's crucial for our members and the wider industry to understand the potential impacts of these presidential actions.…

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EIA Stands Strong for American Businesses & Consumers in Comments on Proposed Tariff Rulemaking

Ecommerce Innovation Alliance

March 25, 2025

The EIA has filed comments in response to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection concerning trade and national security actions and low-value shipments. The EIA defends the crucial role of the de minimis exemption and cautions against proposals that would inflict harm on small businesses and consumers.…

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