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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Kevin Freking

Packages from China are surging into the U.S. Lawmakers wonder if an $800 exemption was a mistake

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Conservatives anxious to counter America's leading economic adversary have set their sights on a top trade priority for labor unions and progressives: cracking down on the deluge of duty-free packages coming in from China.

The changing political dynamic could have major ramifications for e-commerce businesses and consumers importing products from China valued at less than $800. It also could add to the growing tensions between the countries.

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