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US faces empty shelves as Trump’s China tariffs bite

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April 26, 2025
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NEW YORK, April 26, 2025 — US faces empty shelves and higher prices as shipments from China drop sharply in the wake of President Donald Trump’s sweeping 145% tariffs on nearly all Chinese imports. The resulting disruption is already rippling through supply chains, raising concerns about product shortages and a diminished shopping experience for American consumers, according to an in-depth report by NBC News.

Retailers struggle to manage shrinking inventories

Retailers and supply chain analysts say the US is facing growing product shortages after the latest tariffs took effect earlier this month. Many businesses have begun canceling or delaying orders, with uncertainty mounting as the crucial back-to-school and winter holiday shopping seasons approach.

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Freight tracking data shows scheduled vessel arrivals at the Port of Los Angeles are projected to fall by 33% year-over-year for the week ending May 10. Traditionally, retailers ramp up orders during this period to meet increased demand, but the current pullback raises doubts about the availability of everything from affordable clothing to toys and electronics.

“They’re making their holiday buying decisions now,” said Jonathan Gold, vice president of supply chain and customs policy for the National Retail Federation. “It’s a challenge for folks to figure out how to properly order and price with all the uncertainty that’s out there on the tariffs.”

Small businesses brace for impact as US faces empty shelves

Under the current tariff rate, importers are charged $145 for every $100 worth of Chinese goods, except for some electronics and pharmaceuticals. For many, this eliminates profits or forces price hikes, reducing affordability for shoppers.

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Major retailers, including Target, have halted orders from Chinese suppliers, leaving some products stranded overseas. The National Retail Federation forecasts a 20% drop in imports for the second half of 2025 if the tariffs persist.

Small businesses are especially vulnerable. Jessica Berger, CEO of pet company Bundle x Joy, told NBC News she faces a $180,000 tariff bill on incoming shipments of dog toys and accessories. While Berger’s company has secured financing to cover the cost, she noted, “Six months ago, I wouldn’t have. It would potentially have put me out of business.”

With most dog toys manufactured in China, Berger says there are no realistic alternatives for production. She now plans to increase prices on future orders to absorb the tariff costs, and has heard from other small businesses that are halting China production entirely. “You’re going to see a very limited supply of discretionary items, and the consumer may just not be buying as much because the products won’t be available, and if they are, they’re going to be much more expensive,” Berger said.

Pandemic-era supply chain anxieties return

Industry leaders warn the situation could echo Covid-era supply chain shocks. Sean Stein, president of the US-China Business Council, cautioned, “Starting in a couple of weeks, we are just going to start running out of stuff, and if the administration waits to resolve the problem until we have shortages and hoarding, that is just too late.”

Perishable imports such as apple juice and fish are particularly at risk, as they cannot be stockpiled for long. Experts also warn that thousands of unclaimed containers could clog US ports if importers refuse to pay the new tariffs, further compounding supply chain stress. “It’s going to be a train wreck,” Stein said.

White House weighs policy as pressure mounts

The threat of empty shelves has raised alarms in the Trump administration, especially ahead of major holidays like the Fourth of July and Christmas. After meeting with leading retailers this week, President Trump said he is considering reducing the tariffs, though no formal action has been taken. Chinese officials have denied that new trade talks are underway.

Some larger retailers attempted to surge shipments ahead of the tariff hike, but smaller businesses often lack the capital or leverage to accelerate orders, deepening the divide between major chains and independent operators. Meanwhile, concerns over broader economic fallout continue to grow, with recent JPMorgan analysis warning of a possible recession linked to Trump’s tariffs.

Trucking sector and logistics see ripple effects

Shipping experts caution that even a swift policy change may not prevent disruption. Dean Croke, principal analyst at DAT Freight and Analytics, told NBC News that delays could persist for weeks or months due to the time required for shipments to cross the Pacific and supply chains to adjust.

Reduced port activity is expected to lower trucking rates, potentially driving truckers out of the industry and leading to shortages when demand rebounds. “It may take well into the second half of this year before truckload volumes recover, even if everything went back to normal now,” Croke said.

American consumers brace for higher costs and fewer choices

With shipments falling and inventories shrinking, product categories like clothing, toys, and electronics—especially those heavily sourced from China—are likely to disappear from shelves or see significant price increases. Stein warned, “Like back during Covid where we had shortages of toilet paper, we are going to start seeing that in more and more goods.”

If current trends persist, US consumers should prepare for higher prices, fewer choices, and, in some cases, empty shelves in the coming months.

This news story is based on original reporting by NBC News. For ongoing updates on global supply chains and retail news, follow Unitedpac St Lucia News.

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