By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBT Politics
• Impact on Adult Retail and Pleasure Product Supply Chains
• What Happens Next? Will the Supreme Court Hear the Case?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — (May 29, 2025) — The Trump Tariffs Stay granted by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit on Thursday will keep the former administration’s “Liberation Day” tariffs in effect — prolonging price pressures on pleasure product manufacturers and adult retailers nationwide.
On Wednesday, the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that former President Trump exceeded his authority when imposing the sweeping tariff regime. In its decision, the court ordered the tariffs vacated and permanently enjoined.
But within 24 hours, the Trump legal team appealed — and the Federal Circuit, packed with conservative appointees, issued a temporary stay that keeps the tariffs active for now.
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Why the Trump Tariffs Stay Matters
The Trump Tariffs Stay prevents immediate relief for adult distributors, retailers, and small manufacturers already struggling with post-pandemic inflation. Pleasure product companies are among those most impacted by shipping cost increases and raw material import fees tied to the contested tariffs.
The lead plaintiffs, Victor and Chloe Schwartz of V.O.S. Selections, Inc., a New York-based wine and spirits importer, argued that the tariffs crippled their business. They’re joined by several other small companies including:
• MicroKits – Educational science kits for children
• FishUSA – Retailer specializing in fishing gear
• Genova Pipe – Manufacturer of plumbing components
• Terry Cycling – High-performance cycling apparel brand
Each plaintiff contends that the tariffs disrupted supply chains and dramatically raised costs. Industry observers expect the case to reach the U.S. Supreme Court for final resolution.
Impact on the Adult Retail Sector
For the adult industry, the Trump Tariffs Stay extends uncertainty across the supply chain. Pleasure product distributors and sex toy retailers are already reporting delays and cost markups on items sourced from Asia and Europe.
“This decision reinforces how out-of-touch Washington remains with small business realities,” one veteran B2B distributor told JRL CHARTS on background. “We’re footing the bill while the courts play politics.”
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