USA Tariff Updates

Important Update on U.S. Tariff Policy for SilverAnt Outdoors Customers

Dear Valued U.S. Customers and Community,

At SilverAnt Outdoors, we are immensely grateful for your continued support and loyalty. As a company shipping worldwide from our own factory in Shenzhen and Hong Kong, we’ve been affected by the new U.S. tariff policies that were released in April and now the more recent updates effective May 12, 2025.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience these changes may cause and want to reassure you that we’re doing our utmost to navigate these challenges while keeping your experience as seamless as possible.

What’s Changed with the U.S. Tariffs?

Per the U.S. government’s updated import policies White House Fact Sheet:
  • Ad Valorem Duty Reduced: The import duty on parcels valued under $800 has been lowered from 120% to 54%.
  • Flat Fee Removed: The previously announced $100 per-item tariff has been eliminated.
  • Planned Increase Canceled: A proposed $200 per-item tariff, originally scheduled for June 1, has been canceled.
Please note that all tariff costs are unfortunately incurred by the buyer, with the cost collected upon receipt of the goods. These changes affect small-parcel shipments, including those from companies like ours. While some couriers, such as FedEx and DHL, are still updating their pricing, our logistics partner 4PX has implemented the following:
  • Slight Increase in Shipping Fees: Reflecting the new tariff structure.
  • Reduced Import Duties: Now at 54% of the declared value, providing some relief from the 145% prior.
  • Note: 4PX does not provide official tax invoices or customs receipts, and charges are applied based on the updated tax rate.

How This Impacts Your Orders

For shipments using 4PX (which applies the 54% ad valorem duty), here’s an example of how duties are calculated, collected upon receipt:
Item
Declared Value
Import Duty (54%)
Total Duty
800ml Titanium Water Bottle
$74.99
$40.49
$40.49
Titanium Camping Pot with Lid & Bail Handle (2L)
$109.99
$59.39
$59.39

We’re actively monitoring updates from all our logistics partners to ensure you have access to the most cost-effective and transparent shipping options.

Our Commitment to You

To minimize the impact of these tariffs, we’ve taken the following steps:
  • Paused U.S. Shipments from our warehouse in Southern China: Since the tariffs began in early April 2025, we’ve temporarily halted direct shipments to the U.S. to avoid additional costs for you.
  • Introduced the USA Ready Gear Collection: A select range of titanium gear is available from our U.S.-based inventory for faster, duty-paid deliveries.
  • Stock Available on Amazon: Certain products are stocked on Amazon for your convenience.
  • Shifting Inventory to U.S. Warehouses: We’re increasing our U.S.-based stock to ensure cost-effective, seamless delivery.
  • Maintaining Current Prices: We’re committed to avoiding price increases for our U.S. customers despite rising logistics and tariff costs. Raising prices for us is a last resort and although many companies are having to we remain steadfast in the belief that the USA and China can find mutual ground.

Why These Changes Are Happening

The U.S. government is regulating duty-free shipments entering the country, particularly from Chinese e-commerce platforms. While these policies are beyond our control, we’re adapting to continue delivering the high-quality titanium gear you trust.

Moving Forward

We’ll keep monitoring the situation and update this page as we receive further details from our logistics partners and U.S. authorities. Our goal is to provide premium outdoor gear at the best possible value, delivered with transparency and care.
If you have any questions, our customer service team is here to assist. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and unwavering support. We’re honored to serve our U.S. community and look forward to adventuring with you.

Warm regards,

The SilverAnt Outdoors Team