July’s triple compliance shock hits apparel importers

CPSC eFiling adds an average $1,104 first-year compliance cost, affecting 43,000+ firms and 211,000+ children’s product importers.
The end of de minimis and USPS fees of up to $50 per non-compliant parcel raise fixed costs for low-value apparel shipments.
Three July policy changes favour larger brands, widening their cost and operational advantage over smaller importers.