美“小额包裹免税”取消，商家民众影响几何？

Core Points - The recent cancellation of the small package tax exemption policy in the U.S. has led to unexpected tariff bills for American consumers, causing widespread dissatisfaction [1][2] - The policy change primarily targets Chinese cross-border e-commerce, but its repercussions are felt across the U.S. economy, affecting both consumers and businesses [1][3] Consumer Impact - Many American consumers are receiving unexpectedly high tariff bills, leading to confusion and frustration, with examples including a $1,400 tariff on $750 worth of computer parts [2][3] - The National Bureau of Economic Research estimates that the termination of the small package exemption could result in an additional annual expenditure of at least $10.9 billion for U.S. consumers, equating to an extra $136 per household [5] Business Impact - U.S. businesses face difficult decisions regarding whether to absorb the increased tariff costs or pass them on to consumers, which could deter potential sales [3][5] - Many foreign merchants have suspended shipments to the U.S., resulting in an 80% decrease in mail flow into the country, which adversely affects local small businesses [3][4] E-commerce Sector Response - E-commerce platforms like Etsy, eBay, and Shopify, which previously relied on the small package exemption, are expressing concerns about the burden this policy change places on American consumers and importers [5][6] - Some Chinese cross-border e-commerce businesses are adapting by shifting their shipping methods to overseas warehouses, allowing them to avoid the direct impact of the new tariff policy [6][7] Long-term Implications - The cancellation of the small package exemption is prompting U.S. consumers to reconsider their purchasing habits, as the variety of available products diminishes and costs rise [5][6] - The interconnectedness of the U.S. and Chinese economies suggests that any trade protectionist measures will ultimately affect American consumers more than the intended targets [1][8]