[Important Notice for U.S. Customers] Suspension of Sales of China-Made Products
Thank you for your continued support.
We truly appreciate your continued support of Japan Fishing Tackle.We have an important announcement regarding some of the products currently available on our website.
We understand this may cause some inconvenience, but we ask that you please take a moment to read through this notice.
Temporary Suspension of China-Made Product Sales
Starting April 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM JST, we will temporarily suspend the sale of products manufactured in China.
All relevant inventory will be set to "out of stock," and those items will no longer be available for purchase. The product pages will remain visible but cannot be added to cart.
This includes a range of lures and tackle accessories manufactured in China.
To be completely transparent, many of the Japanese brand lures and accessories we carry are actually produced in China.This decision therefore has a significant impact on our business, both operationally and financially. More importantly, it affects our core mission: to deliver the very best fishing tackle from Japan to passionate anglers around the world.
Despite this, we have chosen to move forward with the suspension in order to comply with regulations and protect our customers from unexpected issues. We hope this step reflects our commitment to operating with honesty and integrity.
Why are we suspending sales of China-made products?
As of May 2, 2025 (U.S. time), orders shipped to the U.S. containing goods made in China will no longer qualify for the de minimis exemption and may be subject to import duties, which will be collected from the customer (the recipient).
What are import duties?
Import duties (also known as customs duties) are taxes imposed by the destination countryāin this case, the United Statesāon imported goods. These duties are not paid by the seller (us), but rather by the customer receiving the shipment.
For FedEx shipments, the driver will collect duties and other applicable fees from the recipient at the time of delivery.
Why havenāt I paid duties before?
Until now, the U.S. de minimis rule allowed shipments valued under $800 (per shipment per day) to enter duty-free. As a result, even China-made goods under $800 typically arrived without any extra charges.
Whatās changing?
Starting May 2, 2025, the U.S. will revoke this exemption for goods made in China. This means that any item made in Chinaāregardless of valueāmay be subject to import duties.
Even if it's:
ā¢ A $20 item
ā¢ A $100 lure set
ā Duties and fees will apply as a ruleānot an exception.
How much could I be charged?
Charges may vary depending on your location and the product category, but here is one example:
ā¢ Product price: $100 (China-made item)
o Import duty (145%+): $145 or more
o State tax (e.g. North Carolina ~6.75%): $6.75
o FedEx customs clearance fee: $10ā15
ā Total estimated extra charge: $161.75ā$166.75 (on top of product price)
Please note: U.S. trade policies, particularly regarding China, are rapidly evolving under the current administration. This information reflects the situation at the time of writing (April 2025) and is subject to change.
āBut I bought from another store and didnāt get chargedā¦ā
Starting May 2, 2025 (U.S. time), the U.S. will begin collecting import duties on China-made productsāeven if the total value is under $800.
So if you hear someone say after that date, āI bought from another store and didnāt get charged,ā there are only a few possible explanations:
ā¢ The package slipped through customs undetected (which is increasingly unlikely)
ā¢ The seller misdeclared the country of origināan illegal act that can result in serious penalties
Falsifying origin to avoid duties is a clear violation of U.S. customs law. If discovered, the shipment may be confiscated, and both the seller and customer could face legal consequences.
In addition, customers buying from such sellers risk:
ā¢ Sudden surprise charges from customs
ā¢ Delays or seizure of packages at the border
ā¢ Involvement in customs investigations
[ ! ] Please be cautious of questionable sellers to avoid getting caught in customs-related trouble.
Weāve chosen to suspend sales to protect you from exactly these kinds of risks.
Looking ahead
We do not yet have a timeline for resuming sales of affected China-made products.
Weāll continue monitoring how policy changes evolve and consult with logistics partners to determine the safest and clearest way forward. In the meantime, we will focus on offering high-quality, Japan-made items that we can confidently deliver without uncertainty.
Should further changes arise, we will update you promptly via blog or email.
In closing
We understand that this decision may cause inconvenience. However, we remain fully committed to ensuring that you can shop with confidenceāknowing that the products you purchase are shipped legally, transparently, and with care.
Thank you again for supporting Japan Fishing Tackle. We deeply appreciate your understanding.
Tight lines, The JFT Team