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Tariff changes are impacting everyone in our industry. As we navigate these changes together, our top priorities are to minimize the effect on your business, communicate transparently as policies evolve, and provide the support you need to make informed product decisions.
Trivantage® will make tariff-related information available and provide timely updates to this page to the best of our ability. With our broad product assortment and exceptional product knowledge, we will help you make the best choices for every project.
A tariff is a government-imposed tax on certain imported goods. When tariffs increase, the cost of those goods—and potentially the products made from them—can rise. While Trivantage sources the majority of our products from U.S.-based manufacturers, we operate globally, and import select products from around the world. It’s also important to note that even U.S. manufacturers can be indirectly affected when tariffs are applied to the raw materials they use.
The websites and FAQs below may be helpful resources for learning more about tariffs and how they could impact your business.
Q. Why are there tariff price increases from a product that comes from or is assembled in the USA?
A. Many products that come from US producers use inputs or raw materials that come from international sources. This could include items such as steel, aluminum, fabrics, fibers, plastics, or molded parts. Increases in prices, due to tariffs on certain inputs and raw materials, can lead to higher prices in finished and assembled goods.
Q. How will I know what products are impacted and by how much?
A. Trivantage will continue to provide updated resources on this page to help you stay current as changes occur. Any changes will be reflected in the price shown online or provided over the phone and noted on your invoice. Your Trivantage representative can assist with further details as needed.
Q. What will happen if a tariff is adjusted down and costs reduce?
A. We remain committed to operating with fair pricing principles and will pass along any tariff relief we receive.
Q. When do you anticipate increases to begin going into effect?
A. Trivantage is monitoring the tariff situation and related product pricing. We’ve taken steps to help stabilize prices in the short term by leveraging our current inventory. However, due to ongoing tariff pressures, price adjustments will be necessary. We’re actively reviewing inventory levels and planning updates this summer to account for these cost increases.
Q. How will the costs of tariffs be applied to my orders and how will they be shown on my invoices?
A. Trivantage will update pricing as necessary. Any changes will be reflected in the price shown online or provided over the phone and noted on your invoice. Your Trivantage representative can assist with further details as needed and resources related to tariff impact will remain available on this page.
Q. What is the difference between tariffs and duties?
A. Tariffs and custom duties are both government taxes imposed on goods imported from another country. Custom duties and tariffs are based on global HS- and US-based HTS codes and country of origin. Duties are typically long-standing trade agreements designed to increase government revenue, while tariffs are targeted to protect domestic production. Both have associated costs, which are often passed on to the customer and cause increased prices for the market.
Q. Does a 10% tariff increase equate to a 10% increase on relative products I buy?
A. No, it does not. Tariffs are calculated on the value of the good imported without the impact of ocean freight, import costs, transportation, additional supplier costs, or margins.
Q. Which tariffs have been paused and when does the deadline end?
A. Numerous tariffs have been implemented since the beginning of 2025. A large number of reciprocal tariffs have been paused until July. Timing will be based on a 90-day pause that occurred in April to allow the current administration to work through potential trade agreements. Please see the links provided on this page for more information and timelines.
Q. How do we know if goods imported from Canada or Mexico qualify for duty-free treatment under USMCA?
A. Goods that fall under USMCA are currently not impacted by tariffs. For a product to qualify under USMCA, it would need to be wholly obtained or produced in the agreed-upon countries or undergo a substantial transformation in value. USMCA requires strict recordkeeping and correct tariff classification.
For goods that qualify for USMCA, a USMCA certificate is sent with each shipment specifying items that qualify. The trade compliance team works with Trivantage suppliers to confirm and maintain these documents.
Q. Are containers on the water right now subject to tariffs when they arrive at the port?
A. Yes, they are. There was a brief extension allowing for containers on the water, but that time has passed.
Q. When do you see this ending?
A. The timing is unknown. We will continue to monitor the situation and keep you informed to the best of our ability.
