- The US has ended duty-free treatment for imports valued at USD 800 or less, effective 29 August 2025.
- President Trump signed an executive order on 30 July 2025 to suspend the duty-free de minimis treatment for low-value shipments.
- All imported goods that previously qualified for the de minimis exemption will now be subject to applicable duties.
- Duties on low-value imports will be calculated using either an ad valorem or specific duty method starting 29 August.
- The ad valorem duty will apply the effective tariff rate under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act based on the product’s country of origin and shipment value.
- The specific duty option will be available for six months before switching to ad valorem calculations.
- Specific duty rates are set at USD 80 per item for tariffs under 16 percent, USD 160 for tariffs between 16 and 25 percent, and USD 200 for tariffs exceeding 25 percent.
- Exemptions allow US travelers to bring back up to USD 200 in personal items and receive gifts valued at USD 100 or less duty-free.
- Businesses are advised to reassess import strategies, update compliance procedures, and consult trade advisors.
- A previous statement on 12 May 2025 announced the US will lower the de minimis tariff on low-value shipments from China to 30 percent.
Source: regfollower.com
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