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Americans Like Artificial Christmas Trees Even Though Few Are Made in US
Tariffs averaging 20% on imported artificial trees from China have pushed prices up 10% to 15%, highlighting U.S. reliance on overseas production and components.
- This year, U.S. consumers favor fake Christmas trees, with tariffs raising prices and prompting sellers to cut orders, industry experts say.
- Low overseas wages and component gaps mean production moved abroad because artificial trees are labor‑intensive and China workers earn $1.50 to $2 per hour, with U.S.-made costs around $3,000 versus $800.
- Balsam Brands, Redwood City-based company, cut its workforce by 10%, canceled travel, froze raises and cut perks, while some firms hired consultants and National Tree Co., Cranford, New Jersey, moved manufacturing to Cambodia in 2024.
- U.S. holiday shoppers began postponing purchases, as industry sources warn that if prices rise about 20%, products won’t sell, which has already weakened demand.
- Rising and threatened tariffs are prompting sourcing changes, with firms saying large-scale reshoring is unlikely and diversifying suppliers as tariffs average 20%.
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Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up
A trade association says new U.S. tariffs increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10% to 15% this year as tree companies reduced their orders and raised prices to cover the higher import taxes.
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