5 days ago · What is De Minimis? At its core, de minimis is a trade rule that exempts low-value imports from customs duties, tariffs, and rigorous inspections. In the U.S., the de minimis threshold is $800, meaning any shipment valued at or below this amount can enter the country duty-free. This policy was intended to:

4 days ago · The de minimis exemption has fueled explosive growth in the U.S. among discount Chinese online retailers, including Temu and Shein, which are responsible for an estimated 30% of de minimis U.S ...

Feb 2, 2025 · Section 321 (a) (2) (C) of the U.S. Tariff Act is the $800 duty-free threshold for low-value imports entering the United States. It is also commonly known as the "de minimis" exception.

6 days ago · Even before Trump was sworn in last month, de minimis was being targeted for change. The Biden administration proposed a new rule last fall to close the loophole. And U.S. agencies and politicians ...

6 days ago · The de minimis rule, or Section 321 of the Tariff Act of 1930, was originally aimed at allowing American tourists to send goods bought overseas to the United States without facing taxes.

Jan 13, 2025 · The Administration anticipates publishing the second NPRM in the coming days and continues to encourage Congress to move forward with statutory reform to address the surge in de minimis imports that put American consumers, workers, retailers, and manufacturers at risk. Members of the public will have 60 days to comment on the proposed rule.

Aug 20, 2024 · In determining whether a benefit is de minimis, you should always consider its frequency and its value. An essential element of a de minimis benefit is that it is occasional or unusual in frequency. It also must not be a form of disguised compensation.

On September 13, 2024, the Biden Administration announced significant changes to the de minimis rule for low-value imports, particularly targeting goods affected by tariffs under Sections 301, 201, and 232.

De minimis provides admission of articles free of duty and of any tax imposed on or by reason of importation, but the aggregate fair retail value in the country of shipment of articles imported by one person on one day and exempted from the payment of duty shall not exceed $800.

Sep 18, 2024 · Under the current de minimis rule, shipments with an aggregate value up to $800 per day per person can be imported free of duties and taxes, except for antidumping and countervailing duties and taxes collected by other agencies on goods such as alcohol and cigars, and enter the U.S. with less information than other imports. A number of e ...