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U.S. Halloween retailers feel brunt of tariffs on Chinese products

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Tariffs on Chinese exports to the U.S. are raising prices on Halloween supplies for consumers. One supply store owner in Washington D.C. says 95% of all of his wares are from China - making his business extremely sensitive to tariff increases.

Breakdown
  • U.S. shoppers are paying more for Halloween decorations and accessories due to tariffs and a government shutdown.
  • About 95 percent of items in some Halloween stores are manufactured in China, making them sensitive to import tariffs. 15s
  • Tariffs on Chinese goods peaked at over 100 percent in April and, despite reductions, continue to impact prices. 39s
  • Consumers report higher prices and reduced supply of certain Halloween products, such as animatronics and decorations. 1m 6s
  • Tariff de-escalation talks between the U.S. and China are ongoing, but any relief will not arrive in time for this Halloween. 1m 25s
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