The regulations remain for now, but federal labor officials are considering rescinding them. Some felt the Biden rules threatened independent contractors and promo businesses who rely on them.
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U.S. Ends De Minimis Exemption for Imports From China & Hong Kong
Some larger bulk importers like the move, but others say it will significantly inflate shipping costs.
Read MoreBEL USA Names Diego Abril as Its New CEO
Abril has more than 20 years of experience in financial and operational leadership, and was most recently CEO of A. T. Cross, a writing instrument supplier.
Read MoreU.S. Chamber to Trump: Give Small Businesses ‘Immediate’ Tariff Exclusions To Prevent Recession
The nationwide business advocacy association also wants import levy exclusions in situations where products can’t be made domestically and/or an employer can prove tariffs will lead to job loss.
Read MoreThe Next 5 Years: Global
The largest U.S. distributors are meeting client needs by expanding internationally into Europe and beyond.
Read MoreStat Spotlight: GDP Drops, Promo Sales Fall & Confidence Plummets
The macroeconomic numbers show it’s been a difficult start to the year for the U.S. economy and the promotional products industry.
Read MoreThe Vernon Company Hosts National Sales Conference, Honors Top Performers & Partners
The Counselor Top 40 distributor said the event fostered collaboration, introduced team members to new products and featured business-building professional education.
Read More3M/Promotional Markets Reports Sales Drop in Q1 2025
Still, the Counselor Top 40 supplier’s revenue decline was not as steep as the industry average for the quarter.
Read MoreNew Bill Would Allow USPS To Deliver Alcoholic Beverages to Of-Age Consumers
If approved, the bill could provide another viable shipping option to providers of adult beverages, including those in promo.
Read MoreL.L.Bean Drops Lawsuit Against 4imprint
The Maine-based outdoors brand voluntarily withdrew the complaint, which centered on trademark allegations.
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