Eco Lips faces tariff risk on Bug Soother expansion
Eco Lips in northeast Cedar Rapids with 100 employees makes lip balm and Bug Soother insect repellent. Founder Steve Shriver says tariffs on vanilla ingredients from Vietnam and Madagascar threaten growth, despite plans with Walmart for 2026 and ongoing orders from Walgreens nationwide.
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Critics warn tip tax exemption could hurt workers
Economists caution that exempting tips from taxes may prompt employers to cut hourly wages or reclassify pay as tips. The Senate and House proposals would provide tax relief on tips for workers earning up to 160000, with coverage differences and an end date. About 4 million U S workers were in tipped occupations in 2023 according to Yale Budget Lab.
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