Wondering how the latest tariff rules and de minimis changes affect your business? UPSSexpress provides the tools to help you adapt and simplify international shipping.
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Starting August 29, the de minimis exemption will be removed for all imports into the United States, regardless of origin or total value. Every shipment will need a formal entry with Customs and Border Protection (CBP), potentially incurring duties, taxes, and brokerage fees.
We're here to clarify tariffs and help your business adjust effectively.
When you receive goods from abroad, you may notice extra fees attached to your shipment. These aren't added by the seller or the carrier – they are government requirements. Here's what each charge means:
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Here are the most common questions we hear about tariffs and the de minimis shift.
Based on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) guidance, UPSSexpress will stop collecting IEEPA tariffs for U.S. imports with an entry time at or after 12:00am EST on February 24, 2026.
President Trump signed an executive order suspending the de minimis exemption for all low‑value (under $800) shipments entering the United States, effective August 29, 2025. Now every U.S. import – regardless of value, origin, mode of entry, or routing – is subject to applicable U.S. duties and taxes.
For goods moving through the international postal system, duties are calculated either as ad valorem duty (based on effective tariff rates) or specific duty ($80–$200 per item, depending on the country of origin).
Yes, in most situations. All reciprocal tariffs are piled on top of existing Most Favored Nation duties, except for shipments from the European Union.
Rules of Origin define where a product is considered to have been made for tariff purposes. They are typically based on the country where the last substantial transformation took place.
Provide fully completed commercial invoices with correct HS codes, country of origin, and declared value. Use UPSSexpress digital tools to file electronically and minimise clearance delays.
Formal entries (typically over $2,500) require more extensive documentation and a bond, while informal entries involve simpler paperwork. UPSSexpress brokerage helps identify the correct entry type for each shipment.
No. The additional duties imposed by the executive order are not eligible for duty drawback.
As of this publication, policies continue to evolve. This information is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. The content has been gathered from government, industry, and other public sources that may change and have not been independently confirmed by UPSSexpress. The reader is solely responsible for evaluating the applicability of any information to their specific situation. Before acting on this information, you should seek professional counsel regarding your particular circumstances.
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