Why Tariffs on China Are Helping American Buyers Discover the Real Value of U.S. Manufacturing

A decade ago, when most of our competitors were importing furniture from China, we went the other way. We invested in local talent and started the process of building a factory in New Jersey. We took the hard road — and we’ve never looked back.Today, with Chinese tariffs reaching 145%, businesses across the country are feeling the pressure. But for us? This is business as usual because we’ve already made the shift that so many others are just starting to consider. Weill the Great News is We’re Not Waiting On a Boat 

When you import from overseas, you lose control. 

You’re stuck with: Unpredictable ETAs, Long lead times,Inconsistent quality,surprise shipping fees.

We’ve been there,says Yana Katliarova CFO of Modern Line Furniture and we decided enough was enough.

As quoted in Central Jersey Magazine, our Managing Partner Vlad Spivak said it best:“We're not waiting on a boat to show up, and we don't have to pass off low-quality imports as premium products.”

Instead, we built something better — right here in the U.S.

Today Control Isn’t a Luxury — It’s a Business Necessity.

When we are outfitting a hotel, restaurant, or commercial space, that level of control isn't just convenient — it's critical.says Yana Ktliarova CFO of Modern Line Furniture.

Why It Matters to Buyers and Designers

If you’re a corporate purchasing agent or a commercial designer, chances are you’ve felt the sting of international delays or disappointing quality.

We hear it all the time:

“The sample was great, but the delivered product looked totally different.”
“We placed the order in January. It showed up in May.”
“We couldn’t get anyone on the phone.”

That doesn’t happen here. We’re a U.S. manufacturer, not a reseller. You work directly with our team — from design to delivery.

The Tariff Wake-Up Call

Tariffs aren’t just changing how companies source — they’re exposing the cracks in outdated supply chains.It’s not just about the extra cost. It’s about risk, says Vlad Spivak CEO and Managing Partner of Modern Line Furniture.

And more companies are realizing that working with a domestic partner like Modern Line means fewer surprises, more reliability, and products that truly represent their brand.

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