JVC Reminder: U.S. Is Ending De Minimis Rule for All Countries

This is a reminder that pursuant to the Executive Order of July 30, 2025 — “Suspending Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment for all Countries” — the United States will end the de minimis exemption for all countries, effective August 29, 2025.

Currently, most goods valued at $800 or less can enter the U.S. duty-free under the de minimis exemption.

Beginning August 29, 2025, all imports, regardless of country of origin or value, will be subject to applicable duties.

The U.S. already ended de minimis treatment for China and Hong Kong on May 2, 2025. This new order extends the change to all countries.

Action Items:

Review your supply chain and identify products you currently import under the de minimis exemption.

Update landed cost calculations and factor in applicable duty rates for these goods.

Communicate with suppliers and customs brokers; ensure they are aware of and prepared for the change. Clearly communicate any increases in costs to your customers.

Consider different shipment strategies. Consolidating or adjusting order sizes may help reduce administrative costs.

Effective Date: August 29, 2025

After this date, any shipment arriving in the U.S. will be assessed duties based on its applicable tariff classification, regardless of its value.

If you have questions about this change or need assistance understanding how it will impact your business, please contact JVC’s legal team at info@jvclegal.org

Sources:

-Executive Order of July 30, 2025: “Suspending Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment for all Countries”

-Fact Sheet: “President Donald J. Trump is Protecting the United States’ National Security and Economy by Suspending the De Minimis Exemption for Commercial Shipments Globally,” July 30, 2025.