Packages from China are surging into the U.S. Lawmakers wonder if an $800 exemption was a mistake

Under current U.S. law, most imports valued at less than $800 enter duty-free into the United States as long as they’re packaged and addressed to individual buyers.

WASHINGTON — Conservatives anxious to counter America’s leading economic adversary have set their sights on a top trade priority for labor unions and progressives: cracking down on the deluge of duty-free packages coming in from China.

The changing political dynamic could have major ramifications for e-commerce businesses and consumers importing products from China valued at less than $800. It also could add to the growing tensions between the countries.

Under current U.S. law, most imports valued at

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