Tariffs, Delays, and Why Domestic Printing Just Makes Sense

Chroma Digital Imaging
Jun 23
2 min read

As tariffs and global delays impact imported materials and offshore printing, U.S.-based union printers like Chroma offer reliability, speed, and compliance.

You’ve probably heard the rumblings — increased tariffs, overseas delays, paper shortages, fluctuating prices.

While headlines may focus on global politics, the ripple effects are hitting marketers right here at home.

For dealerships and brands that rely on printed materials to drive local traffic and revenue, delays aren’t just inconvenient — they’re costly.

So what’s the move?

Printing local. Printing union. Printing smart.

Why More Businesses Are Staying Stateside with Their Print

Shorter supply chains mean faster turnarounds

Offshore printing can stretch timelines unpredictably. Domestic production keeps things moving — especially when time-sensitive promos are on the line.

Avoid surprise tariff costs and price spikes

Even if your printer is overseas, your customer isn’t. Import duties, fuel surcharges, and paper hikes can make your “cheaper” job more expensive by the time it arrives.

Better alignment with union or compliance requirements

If your campaign includes political content, labor messaging, or requires union approval, only domestic union shops like Chroma are fully equipped to handle that.

Direct access to your print team

You can talk to our team, tour our facility, and build a relationship with a local partner who knows your market — not a rep across time zones.

Dealerships: Why This Matters to You

Sales events don’t wait for customs clearance
Mail drops need tight coordination with local targeting
You want quality you can see and timelines you can trust

At Chroma, we’ve built our reputation on speed, consistency, and union-backed quality — with no guesswork around global logistics.

If you’ve been feeling the impact of offshore delays or rising tariffs...

Now’s the time to future-proof your campaigns by bringing your print closer to home.

Let’s talk about what stable, union-backed printing looks like for your dealership.