With the de minimis exemption gone for Chinese goods, every Temu and Shein order now comes with a tariff bill. But how much exactly? Here are real calculations for the most popular product categories.
| Category | Total Tariff Rate | On $50 Order |
|---|---|---|
| Clothing (synthetic) | 50-58% | $25-29 |
| Shoes | 48-55% | $24-28 |
| Electronics/Gadgets | 42-45% | $21-23 |
| Phone Cases (plastic) | 45% | $22.50 |
| Beauty/Skincare | 44% | $22 |
| Kitchen Gadgets | 44% | $22 |
| Toys | 43% | $21.50 |
| Home Decor | 40-45% | $20-23 |
👗 Shein Clothing Haul — $120 Order
5 items of synthetic clothing from Shein
Tariff rate: ~53% (18% MFN + 25% S301 + 15% S122 - some items lower)
Estimated duty: $63.60
Total cost: $183.60 — that's 53% more than the listed price
📱 Temu Electronics — $45 Order
Bluetooth earbuds + phone case + cable organizer
Tariff rate: ~43% (3% MFN + 25% S301 + 15% S122)
Estimated duty: $19.35
Total cost: $64.35
For some products, Chinese platforms can still be cheaper even after tariffs — especially for items with no domestic equivalent. But for mainstream products like clothing and electronics, Amazon and Walmart are often competitive once you add duties to the Temu/Shein price.
Before ordering: Use our De Minimis Calculator to check if your package will be taxed, then compare the total cost (product + duty) against domestic alternatives.
Check Your Order's Duty Before Buying
De Minimis Calculator →Sometimes. Temu has started incorporating estimated duties at checkout for some orders. Check your order total carefully — if duties aren't included, you'll pay the carrier at delivery.
Return policies vary by platform. You may get a refund on the product but typically not on duties already paid. Check the platform's policy before ordering.