Dear ,
Please be advised that, effective August 29, the U.S. government will suspend the duty-free de minimis exemption for low-value imports (shipments valued at or under $800) entering the country.
This policy change, enacted by Executive Order from the Trump administration, means that all commercial shipments—regardless of value—will now require formal customs clearance and will be subject to applicable duties and inspections, even if the item is valued at just $1.
What This Means for You
If your business currently ships goods to the U.S. under the $800 threshold to avoid formal customs procedures:
- That exemption will no longer apply.
- Formal customs clearance will be required for all commercial shipments, regardless of value.
- Duties and taxes will apply based on product classification and country of origin.
- Low value di minimus entry processes are no longer valid for commercial shipments.
- Failure to comply may result in delays, penalties, or seizure of goods.
We're Here to Help
We understand this change may significantly impact your shipping operations. If you'd like to discuss how JORI can support you—whether through customs brokerage, compliance strategy, or adjusting your shipping flows—we’re ready to help.
Let us know if you’d like to set up a quick call to go over your options and make sure you’re ready.
Thank you for your attention to this important change. For any questions, please contact: customs@jorilogistics.com.
Sincerely,
Customs Team
JORI Logistics
