End of US low-value package tariff exemption is permanent, Trump officials say
The United States ended the $800 de minimis tariff exemption to close customs loopholes and combat illicit imports, affecting over 1.4 billion packages annually, customs data shows.
- The Trump administration has permanently ended tax exemptions for low-value packages worth $800 or less, stating it will generate revenue and enhance national security.
- Effective August 29, most low-value packages will now be subject to tariffs, while packages valued at $800 or less will have tariffs calculated based on origin.
- Over 30 countries, including the UK and Germany, have suspended parcel shipments to the U.S. following the exemption's removal, impacting international shipping.
- White House trade adviser Peter Navarro claimed the decision would save lives by restricting narcotics flows and could generate up to $10 billion in annual tariff revenues.
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No more “de minimis” exemption for shipments to US
The US Government of President Donald Trump has eliminated the so-called 'de minimis' rule, effective Friday. According to this new decision, the previous rule allowing international shipments valued under US$800 to enter the country duty-free has been revoked, and all items are now subject to taxation.
Trump removes "de minimis" exemption for shipments under $800 - Businesses and consumers face higher prices, supply chain disruptions and disruption of business models - Who benefits
Low-value imports lost their tariff-free status in the United States on Friday as part of President Donald Trump's agenda to make the nation less dependent on foreign goods and realign global trade through tariffs.
U.S. ends low-value package tariff exemption, raising costs for consumers | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> The U.S. tariff exemption for package shipments valued under $800 ended today, raising costs and disrupting supply chain models for e-commerce companies, small businesses using online marketplaces and consumers alike.
Low-value imports lost their tariff-free status in the United States on Friday as part of President Donald Trump's agenda to make the nation less dependent on foreign goods and realign global trade through tariffs.
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