Independent US guide
Check US Import Charges Before Shipment
Current US rules—not an old $800 rule of thumb—determine how a low-value shipment is handled.
Start with current CBP guidance
CBP states that duty-free de minimis treatment for low-value shipments from all countries was suspended effective August 29, 2025.
Do not guess a universal rate
Origin, classification, value, transport method and current measures can affect duties, taxes, fees and entry processing.
Use accurate declarations
Never lower the value or label a commercial purchase as a gift. Ask the carrier, a licensed customs broker or CBP when treatment is unclear.