U.S. to end tariff exemption for low-value imports starting Aug. 29


  • World
  • Thursday, 31 Jul 2025

WASHINGTON, July 30 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order suspending duty-free de minimis treatment for low-value shipments.

Effective on Aug. 29, imported goods sent through means other than the international postal network that are valued at or under 800 U.S. dollars and that would otherwise qualify for the de minimis exemption will be subject to all applicable duties.

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