President Donald Trump’s tariffs are impacting tech firms—especially in one notably striking instance.

Wyze, a brand recognized for its budget-friendly home security devices like smart cameras and floodlights, recently provided a tangible example of how these tariffs are influencing its operations. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Wyze disclosed that a consignment of floodlights imported from China incurred an astounding $255,000 tariff charge—on a purchase that only amounted to $167,000. The company stated that this tariff fee surpasses the total earnings of any of its founders from the previous year.

To provide context, the shipment was sourced from China, which currently faces a steep 145% tariff on specific imports. This poses a significant concern for tech organizations, considering that a large proportion of consumer electronics are produced in China.

In a subsequent post, Wyze outlined its intentions to relocate production to Vietnam, which is presently enjoying a 90-day pause on tariffs. This move is a tactical effort to mitigate additional financial pressure from U.S. trade regulations.

While it remains uncertain whether Wyze will increase prices on its products to compensate for these expenses, the overarching message is evident: importing tech items from China has become increasingly costly. With many electronics still produced there, this could indicate prolonged difficulties for the industry.

Although the repercussions of tariffs have been widely highlighted, Wyze’s firsthand experience provides concrete figures behind the headlines—serving as a vivid reminder of the unpredictable environment businesses are currently navigating.