Tariff Impacts:
April 16, 2025
Dear Valued Partners,
As many of you are aware, the U.S. government recently announced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs. During the pause, the tariff amount will be an even 10%. The one exception is China, where the rate has increased to 145%.
GSS’s primary sourcing partners are in China and Myanmar—two countries directly impacted by the updated tariff structure. As of now, these countries are facing total tariff rates of 145% (China) and 10% (Myanmar). These new rates are in addition to the tariffs already in place earlier this year and apply to both finished products and manufacturing components.
The immediate effect of these tariffs is a substantial increase in imports and production costs across all our product lines. While we have done everything possible to manage these increases internally, the size and scope of the new tariffs now require a pricing adjustment to ensure the continued delivery of high-quality products and service.
If trade negotiations lead to a reduction in tariffs—or if we’re able to diversify our sourcing into more cost-effective markets—we remain committed to passing on any future savings along to our customers.
We understand that price changes can create challenges, and we want you to know that our team is here to support you through this transition.