US EditionTrade Crime Is Soaring, U.S. Firms Say, as Trump’s Tariffs Incentivize Fraud
- U.S. firms report soaring trade fraud in 2025 as President Trump's tariffs increase sharply, mainly targeting Chinese imports.
- The surge in illicit activity stems from staggeringly high tariffs on Chinese goods, up to 145%, while neighboring countries face much lower rates.
- Importers face schemes such as misdeclaring values, misclassifying items, and rerouting products through third countries to evade tariffs illegally.
- Customs and Border Protection detected over $630 million of duty evasion in one week, while some shipping companies promote tariff avoidance on TikTok and emails.
- This widespread fraud threatens honest businesses and government revenue, suggesting enforcement may struggle to keep up without stronger action.
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