End of De Minimis Tax Exemption for US Imports (Effective August 29, 2025)
Dear KMD Customers,
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a change in import policy: Starting August 29, 2025, all international shipments to the US will be subject to customs duties and taxes, regardless of their declared value or origin.
๐บ Key Policy Changes
1.ย ย ย ย The De Minimis threshold ($800 exemption) will no longer apply to any commercial shipments
2.ย ย ย ย All shipments, regardless of value, will require formal or informal customs clearance
3.ย ย ย ย Delays and additional import fees may occur as a result
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โ Exemptions
- Gifts from individuals abroad to individuals in the U.S. under $100 are still duty-free
(Up to $200 for shipments from the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, or American Samoa) - Personal items carried by travelers entering the U.S. remain duty-free up to $200
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๐ฆ What KMD Customers Should Know
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย From August 29, 2025, all KMD purchases and shipments may be subject to import taxes and duties in the U.S.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย Shipments above $100 or not classified as gifts may be taxed by U.S. Customs
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย KMD will enhance its customs declaration process and customer support to minimize potential impact
