How Tariffs Are Affecting Product Pricing — And What We're Doing About It

As many of our customers know, the global economy is constantly shifting—and unfortunately, that includes changes in import tariffs. Over the past few weeks, we've received letters from several of our key suppliers notifying us of tariff increases that are impacting the cost of raw materials and finished goods. These changes are a direct result of new trade policies and tariff adjustments that are beyond our control.

We want to be transparent with our customers: these increased tariffs are driving up the cost of many products, particularly those involving imported components or manufactured overseas. This affects not only lighting and electrical supplies, but also a wide range of products across the industry.

What Are Tariffs and Why Do They Matter?

Tariffs are taxes imposed by a government on imported goods. When tariffs rise, the cost of importing products increases—often significantly. This leads to higher prices from manufacturers and suppliers, which ultimately affects the entire supply chain, including distributors like us.

What We’re Doing to Help Our Customers

At Community Lighting, we’re committed to minimizing the impact on you—our valued customers. Here’s how we’re responding:

• Bulk Purchasing Ahead of Increases: We're working closely with our suppliers to place larger orders in advance of scheduled tariff hikes whenever possible. This helps us lock in better pricing and pass the savings on to you.

• Sourcing Alternative Products: We’re actively expanding our line card to include comparable, tariff-free or lower-duty options, giving you more choices at competitive prices.

• Maintaining Strong Supplier Relationships: Our close partnerships with top manufacturers allow us to negotiate more favorable terms and stay ahead of future pricing trends.

• Streamlining Our Operations: We’re improving our logistics and internal processes to reduce overhead costs—ensuring we can absorb as much of the tariff impact as possible without passing it on to you.

We're Here to Help

We understand that rising prices can be frustrating, and we want you to know we’re doing everything we can to keep our pricing fair and transparent. If you have questions about specific products or would like help finding lower-cost alternatives, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Thank you for your continued trust in Community Lighting. We’re proud to be your go-to source for reliable, competitively priced electrical and lighting solutions—even in uncertain times.