Shippers: Are You Ready for the New $800 U.S. Customs Limit?

DHL has issued a critical update for international shippers following recent executive actions by the U.S. President. These new trade regulations significantly alter how high-value shipments are processed upon entry into the United States.

Source: DHL

🔍 What Changed?

• The de minimis threshold has been eliminated for goods originating from China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
• All shipments valued over $800—regardless of origin—now require formal customs entry into the U.S., replacing the previous $2,500 limit.
• These changes are part of broader tariff enforcement under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

⏱️ What This Means for Shippers:

• Business-to-Consumer (B2C) shipments over $800 to private individuals in the U.S. are temporarily suspended as of April 21, 2025.
• Business-to-Business (B2B) shipments over $800 are still permitted, but may experience multi-day delays.
• All shipments above the threshold are now subject to full customs clearance, additional documentation (like TINs), and applicable duties including Section 301 tariffs.

✅ What You Should Do:

• Reassess your B2C shipping strategy if you’re sending higher-value goods to U.S. consumers.
• Ensure complete documentation including proof of origin and consignee tax IDs.
• Partner with logistics experts like ebb Logistics to navigate these regulatory updates and maintain cost-effective, compliant shipping solutions.

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