Did TikTok tell you to buy luxury goods straight from China? Experts say proceed with caution

Can You Really Buy a Birkin Direct From a Chinese Factory?

In a recent wave of viral TikToks, Chinese manufacturers claimed consumers could sidestep Trump’s tariffs by buying luxury goods directly from them at a fraction of the price. Experts say it’s not that simple.

Did TikTok tell you to buy luxury goods straight from China? Experts say proceed with caution

Videos urging consumers to buy brands like Louis Vuitton, Hermes and Lululemon — or quality knockoffs — directly from manufacturers in China are popping up on social media. Experts say they might be propaganda, even if some of the claims about supply chains aren't far off.