tariff war

The ongoing China-US tariff war has continued to escalate, with high tariffs putting pressure on importers, leading some to consider abandoning their goods. However, abandoning goods not only means the loss of the goods themselves but also potentially subjects enterprises to greater crises due to demurrage, warehousing fees, and legal risks. As a company with over a decade of experience in the air logistics field, Shanghai Baiyue Logistics Co., Ltd. provides efficient solutions to help enterprises turn challenges into opportunities, relying on its emergency air freight services, professional customs clearance support, and global network resources. Abandonment Risks: A Chain Reaction from Demurrage to High Costs According to US customs regulations, if goods are not cleared within 15 days of arrival at the port, they will be transferred to the "General Order" warehouse under government supervision, incurring daily increasing warehousing fees. After six months, the goods may be auctioned or destroyed, but the shipper remains liable for all costs. The impacts on enterprises include: Financial Pressure: Warehousing fees and penalties can far exceed the cost of tariffs. Supply Chain Disruption: Goods stagnation can lead to production standstills or missed market opportunities. Credit Risk: Long-term abandonment of goods may affect the enterprise's…