Navigating Trump's China Tariffs: DCCL's Silk Smooth Route to Supply Chain Resilience

Posted on June 26, 2025 14:09 PM

As President Trump's administration imposed 125% tariffs on Chinese imports, US businesses sourcing from China face mounting pressure on sales, profit margins and operational continuity. For companies with China-dependent supply chains, finding qualified alternative sources has become an extremely urgent priority as high tariffs makes sourcing from China unviable.

At Distributor Connect & Consulting Limited (DCCL/SilkRoute) consultancy offers a proven pathway to supply chain resilience. With over 120 years of combined market experience across Asia Pacific, our team of former P&G and Johnson & Johnson executives provides unparalleled expertise in strategic sourcing, international business and supply chain optimization and market entry.

Our leadership team—including Neeraj Bhargava (former J&J and P&G head of Logistics/Procurement/Trade & Tariffs for Asia Pacific), Sanjiv Samant (former VP of Supply Chain for P&G's Asian Beauty and Hair Care), and Rajeev Karpe (former P&G, GM for Asia for JM Huber and CP Kelco) together bring over 100 years of on-the-ground experience in establishing and managing supply networks throughout APAC. 

The value proposition we bring is the following:

·       Speed of execution: A carefully curated database of over 3,600 distributors/suppliers across APAC allows us to rapidly identify and validate alternative suppliers for raw materials, packaging components, and contract manufacturing. 

·       Practical, hands-on experience: We have in- depth knowledge of Asia-Pac markets as well as strong, live contacts in the region 

·       Advisory & Implementation Services: In addition to quick and thoughtful recommendations, we manage the entire transition process—from RFPs and negotiations to commercial due diligence, contracting and implementation  

We've already delivered measurable results for multinational clients:

• Helped many MNC companies enter into dynamic and fast growing markets in India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia etc.
• Conducted strategic sourcing and commercial due diligence for companies across multiple sectors
• Delivered a new distribution network in Hong Kong and an optimized supply chain in Australia/NZ for a USD 2 billion medical device company, achieving 22% cost savings and 9% respectively.

As companies scramble to book capacities outside of China, let DCCL's expertise help your business navigate today's challenging tariff environment while building a more diversified and resilient supply chain for tomorrow. Time is of essence with a clear early mover advantage.