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Sigma Announces Tariff-Based Price Increases
6 May 2025
In a letter to customers today, Sigma America president Mark Amir-Hamzeh announced the company is obliged to raise prices effective June 2. "Due to the recent implementation of government-imposed tariffs, our costs at Sigma America have increased substantially," he explained.
The company will honor current prices through May 31 on order placed and fulfilled. Unfulfilled orders, like those placed June 2 and after will be subject to the new pricing. June 1 is a Sunday.
He also noted:
We understand this is difficult news to hear and please know this decision was not made lightly. We have always prided ourselves on delivering unmatched value to our customers and we are doing everything we can to continue to do that while providing the same service and product excellence.
No mention was made of how large the price increase would be. The text of the letter follows:
U.S. Pricing Adjustments Starting June 2
Dear Sigma customers,
Thank you for your continued support and trust in Sigma. We are are sorry to inform you of an upcoming pricing adjustment to our products, effective June 2.
Due to the recent implementation of government-imposed tariffs, our costs at Sigma America have increased substantially. We have made every effort to absorb these added expenses, but the sustained impact of the tariffs now necessitates a price increase to ensure we can continue delivering the quality and service you expect.
Key details:
Current pricing will remain in effect for all orders placed and fulfilled by May 31, subject to product availability.
New pricing will take effect on June 2 and will apply to all new orders and any unfulfilled items.
We understand this is difficult news to hear and please know this decision was not made lightly. We have always prided ourselves on delivering unmatched value to our customers and we are doing everything we can to continue to do that while providing the same service and product excellence.
We sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued partnership.
Sincerely,
Mark Amir-Hamzeh
President | Sigma America