9 hours Ago By Anurag Kumar
They say bigger challenges meet greater determination. China is proving this true as the country explores ways to insulate itself from the shock of extraordinary tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. The world today acknowledges China's might as a manufacturing hub and this is what the country hopes to rely on to counter Trump's offensive.
As the tariff war takes the shape of a full-blown trade war between the two countries, Times Now gives a peek into the unique strategy deployed by China, which raised US trade alarm. China’s Copycat Luxury Bags Hit TikTokChina's copycat products, especially luxury bags, have flooded TikTok, offering discounts of 50 to 100 times the original price. If we told you that a Birkin bag, which costs $38,000, is available for $1,400, would you believe it? Yes, it's true and is being sold on a TikTok livestream.
China's digital bazaar is selling high-end brands' copies, skipping the global tariffs by passing the brand control and possibly rewriting the rules of global fashion as well. Also Read: 245% Tariff On China! Trump Slaps Up Charges on Chinese Imports Amid Escalating Trade War Let's give you some more examples. The iconic Birkin bag, a symbol of status with a price tag of $38,000, is being sold on TikTok for merely $1,400.
That's less than 4% of the original cost.A classic Louis Vuitton, which retails globally at $3,689 is popping up on TikTok for a jaw-dropping $50, cheaper than a dinner in a metro city. The elegant Dior brand, which typically costs around $6,150 is also available in China for merely $300, a 95% markdown if you're counting.
Lululemon's $100 yoga pants are being mirrored in Chinese factories and being sold for $5 to $6 a piece. Chinese sellers confidently say, "Yes, we can." This marks the innovative strategy that Chinese businesses are using to sidestep the Trump-era tariff barriers.
The idea here is simple - they point out that China already manufactures products for the world’s top luxury brands. So why not just buy directly from China? By doing so, they claim, consumers can avoid duties and tariffs altogether. You can purchase items at factory-direct prices — potentially at discounts of 100%, 150%, or even, if you’re lucky, 200% compared to the retail prices of the original brands.
This has led to the creation of a near-perfect online marketplace on TikTok. But why TikTok? As always, the answer circles back to Donald Trump. The ongoing US-China trade war, intensified under Trump’s administration, has now reached new heights.
Are Tariffs Enough To Tame Dragon? Donald Trump has been increasing tariffs on China, a move that has sent shockwaves across global economies. What began as a modest increase quickly intensified, with the US imposing progressively higher tariffs over just a few months. By mid-April, the tariff rate on Chinese imports had reached 245%, placing substantial financial pressure on Chinese exporters.
This aggressive tariff policy was part of a broader strategy to counter what the Trump administration viewed as unfair trade practices and to push back against China’s growing economic influence. However, the impact went far beyond numbers—it triggered a full-scale economic confrontation between two of the world’s largest economies, with both sides continuously retaliating through reciprocal measures. Buyer Beware: The Hidden Cost of Cheap Luxury In the pursuit of scoring high-end goods at bargain prices, consumers need to tread carefully.
The risk of ending up with counterfeit products is alarmingly high. In 2023 alone, US customs seized fake goods worth a staggering $1.8 billion.
A significant portion of these knockoffs came from the luxury segment — and yes, many of them originated from China. If you’re spotting a Louis Vuitton bag on TikTok for a tenth of its usual price, pause and think. Louis Vuitton has clearly stated that none of its products are manufactured in China.
Every handbag, wallet, and accessory is crafted exclusively in France and Italy, and only sold through authorized channels. Lululemon also distances itself from mass Chinese production, revealing that just 3% of its finished products come from China. So those $6 yoga pants being flaunted in live streams? Well, they could easily be counterfeits.
Then there's Hermès, which takes authenticity even more seriously — it asserts that 100% of its goods are made in France. So, if the price tag feels too good to be true, it almost certainly is. In a marketplace saturated with fakes, authenticity has become the ultimate luxury.
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