全球媒体聚焦丨为美国带来贸易顺差的美妆个护产品，正受到关税的负面影响

Core Insights - The beauty and personal care products sector is one of the few industries contributing to a trade surplus for the U.S., generating approximately $2.6 billion in trade surplus in 2022. However, the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration are negatively impacting this industry [1]. Industry Impact - The high tariffs have disrupted the supply chain for beauty products, hindering the development of an industry that has maintained international competitive advantages for decades [1]. - Companies in the sector, such as a perfume manufacturer, are facing challenges due to reliance on imported raw materials, with components sourced from countries like China. The current tariff levels force these companies to seek alternative suppliers, which are difficult to find domestically [2]. - Retail analysts indicate that many major beauty brands depend on complex global supply chains, and tariffs may lead to decreased purchases from U.S. brands by consumers in countries like Canada [4]. Growth Challenges - Startups in the personal care sector are also feeling the strain, with one company that had previously experienced strong growth now struggling to maintain that momentum due to the uncertainty created by tariffs [4]. - Analysts believe that tariffs will increase the costs of certain imported raw materials, ultimately harming U.S.-based manufacturing and production companies [5]. - Concerns are rising within the industry that tariff policies could lead to price increases for beauty and personal care products, affecting growth prospects and global competitiveness [5].