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US Tariffs Drive Up Halloween Costume Prices for Retailers

10/19/2025

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The US tariffs on Chinese-made costumes have raised costs for Halloween retailers and increased consumer prices.
Total Party owner Lorenzo Caltagirone says prices rose from $29.95 to about $34.95 as retailers pass costs to customers.
He notes 95% of his inventory comes from China, forcing him to absorb costs and raise prices.
The Halloween and Costume Association has requested tariff reductions, warning the tariffs could harm small and mid-sized businesses.

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The US tariffs on Chinese-made costumes have raised costs for Halloween retailers and increased consumer prices.
Total Party owner Lorenzo Caltagirone says prices rose from $29.95 to about $34.95 as retailers pass costs to customers.
He notes 95% of his inventory comes from China, forcing him to absorb costs and raise prices.
The Halloween and Costume Association has requested tariff reductions, warning the tariffs could harm small and mid-sized businesses.