Dear Valued Customers and Friends, 

As importers of Chinese herbs since 1969, we understand firsthand the impact that tariffs can have on both supply and pricing. We also clearly understand the impact of higher prices for your practice and patients.

While headlines have reported a 145% tariff rate on Chinese goods, this figure refers only to the additional IEEPA (The International Emergency Economic Powers Act) surcharge. In reality, the total tariff burden on Chinese herbs, depending on the form, is now up to 178% (including up to an additional 25% during the first Trump administration over the original rates) as of April 12, 2025.

The possibility of exemptions or reductions of the tariffs has created so much uncertainty in an already unstable market. While it is a very fluid situation, we are taking steps to mitigate its impact on your business as much as possible in the following ways:

• We will not raise prices on our pills, tablets, extract powders, and dispensary services through June 30th.

• To help ensure equitable access to key herbs, we presently have a 5-unit per customer limit per month on whole herb, herb powders, and extract powders/granules.

• As the tariff rate is based on when a shipment leaves the port in China, we have temporarily halted new shipments as we await further developments in the U.S.–China trade dispute.

Eventually, as inventory depletes, we will have to place new orders and will make decisions based on whatever the tariff rate is at that time. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and adjust as necessary, while always striving for pricing transparency and fairness.

We truly appreciate your understanding and partnership during this time. If you have any questions or need assistance with your orders, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are always here to support you and your patients.

Warmly,

The Mayway Herbs Team