We are contemplating how to address tariffs and would like to know how others are approaching these huge increases in costs.
We recently had a vendor say they are not adjusting prices but having a line item at checkout for an additional 10%. This is one option that we are considering at checkout but unsure how to implement it into our checkout for both our POS stores and our ecommerce site.
Another option is including the Trump tariffs in the price, but then I worry about our prices appearing to be higher than those who take a different approach.
I’d love to hear how others are addressing this tricky situation.
This is a tricky balance between being transparent with customers and staying competitive. Some stores add a separate tariff fee at checkout, while others roll it into product prices to keep things simple. If you’re on Shopify Plus, you can automate the extra charge with Checkout Scripts, but for POS, you’d need to add it manually or use an app. A middle-ground option is applying the fee only to certain products. Whatever you decide, a quick note at checkout or in an FAQ can help customers understand the change. Let me know if you need help setting it up!
This is a tough situation, and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.
I think some business, like ur vendor, add a separate “Tariff Surcharge” at checkout. Shopify doesnt allow automatic fees in checkout unless you’re on Shopify Plus. But you can add a cart-level “Handling Fee” or use an app like Order & Product Fees