President Donald Trump has signed an executive order ending the de minimis trade exemption, which previously allowed international packages valued under $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free. This change, effective August 29, 2025, aims to address concerns over national security, economic fairness, and the influx of low-cost goods from overseas.
🔍 Key Details:
New Tariff Structure: For the first six months, international postal shipments will incur a specific duty ranging from $80 to $200 per item, depending on the country of origin. After this period, an ad valorem (percentage-based) duty system will be implemented.
Exemptions Remain: American travelers can still bring back up to $200 in personal items duty-free, and individuals can continue to receive bona fide gifts valued at $100 or less without incurring duties.
Impact on E-commerce: The policy change is expected to increase costs for consumers purchasing from international platforms such as eBay, Etsy, and Amazon, and may disrupt supply chains that relied on cheap, duty-free imports.
This move follows earlier actions targeting Chinese goods and reflects broader efforts to revise trade practices. While some view the change as a necessary step to protect domestic industries, others express concerns about potential increases in consumer prices and shipping
delays.
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