US Manufacturers Fight for Quick Fix to Stem Chinese Import Boom

Beverly Knits is now operating at approximately 60% capacity and is down to less than 200 associates from its peak of 375 about two years ago, in the face of stiff competition overseas. Chinese e-commerce giants Shein and Temu are using a trade exemption known as de minimis to air ship goods directly to US shoppers duty-free at prices domestic manufacturers and retailers can’t match, like Shein’s $1.40 floral print halter top or Temu’s $7.97 slip-on walking shoes.

“We’ve done what we can, and we will keep the company open and running,” said Sytz, who has worked at textile mills owned by his family since he was a teenager. “However, we’ve got to have some changes” to the de minimis exemption.

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