Trump Is Closing a Trade Exemption for China

What Closing the De Minimis Tariff Loophole for US Imports from China Means
A Latin term that’s been little-known outside the world of customs brokers has suddenly become the stuff of headlines. Along with imposing new 10% tariffs on all Chinese imports as of Feb. 4, US President Donald Trump suspended his country’s special rules for “de minimis” merchandise from China and Hong Kong.
Trump delays cancellation of de minimis trade exemption targeting China imports
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday that puts a pause on his closing of the de minimis trade exemption.
China no longer has a de minimis trade exemption. What is it?
The trade loophole is meant to ease small-scale sales — but critics say it's been abused and gives Chinese firms an unfair advantage.
Why Trump Is Closing a Trade Exemption for China
Here’s how to understand de minimis and how it turbocharged bargain platforms Shein and Temu.
'De minimis': the trade perk Trump ended as part of China tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump this week shut a trade loophole that has been used to ship low-value packages duty-free from China, the "de minimis" exemption on import tariffs. Trump's halt to Section 321 de minimis is part of his implementation of an additional 10% tariff on China and 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico,
U.S. "De Minimis" Exemption One of the Highest in the World
This chart shows countries applying a "de minimis" exception of taxes and/or duties* for incoming shipments of smaller value.
The ‘de minimis’ exemption applies to packages entering the U.S. worth under $800
Under the “de minimis” exemption, a longstanding rule that applies to packages entering the U.S. worth under $800, retailers ...
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Trump Took on De Minimis. But Will It Stick?
The president's executive order exacted new duties on China, and prevents the country's omnipresent e-commerce players from ...
Shopify pushes for ‘open trade’ as Trump delays import exemption
Shopify has published a post advocating for 'open' trade as the Trump Administration ways ending a tax exemption for certain ...
U.S. Postal Service Reverses Decision to Halt Parcel Service From China
The reversal reflects the challenge that shipping and delivery companies will face as a result of President Trump’s executive ...
U.S. Ends De Minimis Trade Exemption for China
What Is the De Minimis Rule? The de minimis rule, derived from a Latin term meaning “trifling” or “of little importance,” was first introduced in the U.S. Tariff Act of 1930. It allows small-value ...
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CBP Proposes Changes for De Minimis Shipments
CBP announced a NPRM to change the “de minimis” treatment for merchandise subject to trade or national security actions.
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'Chinese e-commerce firms can prevail despite tariffs'
Chinese e-commerce companies would still be able to maintain healthy financial positions in the face of surging US tariffs - ...
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UK retailers call on government to end China’s tax-free advantage
British retailers are urging the UK to close a “de minimis” tax loophole benefiting Chinese giants like Shein. Discover how ...