As the first wave of Chinese vessels affected by new tariffs heads toward the Port of Los Angeles, American consumers brace for a double blow of price hikes and supply shortages in the coming weeks. The impending 145% tariff on select Chinese imports threatens to reshape the retail landscape, with immediate market disruptions expected.
TEMU's Innovative "Direct-from-China" Solution
In response to the U.S. T86 tariff policy pressures, e-commerce platform TEMU has launched a groundbreaking "Direct-from-China" logistics model . This approach bypasses traditional cross-border warehousing by enabling merchants to ship directly from Chinese warehouses to American consumers.
The strategic move delivers three key advantages: reduced operational costs for sellers, mitigated tariff impacts , and faster delivery times with more competitive pricing for end consumers. Industry analysts note this innovation could provide temporary relief as businesses scramble to adapt to the new trade reality.
Anjun Express Expands Brazilian Footprint
Meanwhile in South America, logistics provider Anjun Express (a subsidiary of Anjun Logistics) has dramatically expanded its Brazilian delivery network, now covering 21 states and handling approximately 90% of the country's e-commerce parcels . This expansion significantly strengthens the company's position in Brazil's competitive e-commerce logistics market.
The parallel developments highlight how global logistics firms are adopting diversified strategies to navigate complex international trade environments. Anjun's success demonstrates the effectiveness of localized approaches in enhancing service efficiency and market penetration, even as companies face unprecedented challenges in cross-border commerce.
As tariff pressures mount, industry observers warn that the coming months will test the resilience of global supply chains, with both opportunities and challenges emerging for agile operators who can adapt to rapidly changing market conditions.