(ECNS) -- Hainan's offshore duty-free market posted a strong start to 2026, with sales reaching 1.21 billion yuan (about $170 million) from Jan. 1 to 7, according to data released by Haikou Customs.
The sales involved 824,000 items and nearly 149,000 shoppers, marking year-on-year increases of 88 percent, 30.3 percent and 38.3 percent, respectively.
The rapid growth follows a new duty-free policy implemented in November 2025, which expanded the range of eligible goods. Popular new items included mini drones and electronic guitars.
Currently, travelers visiting the island can enjoy a duty-free shopping quota of 100,000 yuan per person each year, according to the policy.
(By Gong Weiwei)
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