U.S. Tariffs on products made in China: What you need to know

Article updated on May 14th, 2025

👉 Since May 14th, import duties on GONG products shipped to the US have been reduced from 145% to 30%.

This rate applies on top of your order value and is valid for the next 90 days only.

⚠️ The “De Minimis” tax exemption (for orders under $800) is no longer in effect.

• April 10: US authorities raise tariffs on Chinese imports, including a large part of the GONG catalog.

• Result: Products were subject to:

  • 20% standard tax

  • +125% additional duty on certain items

• May 2: End of the temporary exemption for orders under $800.

• April 21: Shipments over $800 were blocked. Unshipped orders above this value have been refunded.

Exceptions (not affected by extra duties):

GONG t-shirts, sweatshirts, twin-tip kiteboards, and a few partner brand items.

• Shipping fees are non-refundable.

• Return fees and duties will be deducted from your refund.

• Refunds are processed once the package is returned to our warehouse.

These changes are imposed by US customs authorities. While we cannot influence these policies, we remain fully transparent and committed to supporting you through each update.

If you’ve been waiting to order — this temporary drop might be the right time.