- Suspension of De Minimis Exemption: The United States is suspending the “de minimis” exemption that previously allowed low-value shipments (valued at or under $800) to enter the country tariff-free, effective August 29, 2025, as announced by the White House.
- Executive Order Details: Under an executive order signed by President Trump, packages sent to the U.S. outside of the international postal network will now incur all applicable duties, responding to concerns about national emergencies and trade imbalances.
- Tariff Structure for Postal Shipments: Goods shipped through the postal system will face either an ad valorem duty based on the effective tariff rate of the country of origin or, for a temporary period of six months, a specific tariff ranging from $80 to $200 depending on the origin’s tariff rate.
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