U.S. shoppers will see fewer options and higher prices for artificial Christmas trees and decor due to Chinese import tariffs. National Tree Company will raise prices by 10-20% on some trees. China accounted for 87% of U.S. Christmas decoration imports last year, worth $4 billion.

Big retailers are opting for direct-to-consumer shipments to reduce risk. Balsam Hill expects 15% fewer trees this season. Orders were cut after Trump’s tariff changes. Balsam Hill saved $2.5 million from the latest pause. Walmart is confident in holiday inventory, but other retailers declined to comment.

Reduced demand for fake trees signals a muted holiday shopping season. Levi Strauss will offer a leaner holiday selection. MGA Entertainment CEO said a 30% tariff on toys is still too high. Companies with upcoming product launches will benefit from the 30% tariff certainty.

Some suppliers rushed orders after the tariff moratorium. Footwear makers simplified holiday orders due to tariff uncertainty. Imports face manufacturing bottlenecks as brands diversifying to other countries face delays. Overall, the tariff extension changes little for holiday imports.

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