End of De Minimis: What it means
Update: May 14, 2025: Effective May 14, 2025, shipments of covered products valued at or under $800 arriving through international mail from China and Hong Kong will be subject to an ad valorem duty rate of 54% or a flat specific duty rate of $100 per package. Learn more here.
As of May 2, 2025, the United States has officially ended the de minimis duty exemption for low-value imports originating from China and Hong Kong. Previously, this exemption allowed goods valued at $800 or less to enter the U.S. duty-free under Section 321 of the Tariff Act.
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Mandatory Declaration
All imports from China and Hong Kong now require an official declaration with CBP and are subject to applicable customs duty, fees, and tariffs.
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Imports less than $2,500 may be eligible for Type 11, informal entry.
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Imports valued over $2,500 require Type 1, formal entry.
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A Customs Bond may be required.
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Documents Needed
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Complete:
New Importer Packet &
CBP ACH Application -
Commercial Invoice
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Packing List
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Bill of Lading (if applicable)
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Tracking Number
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Product Description (HTS code, if available)
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Shipment Value
Informal Entry Filing Fees from $280
Formal Entry Filing Fee from $250
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