De Minimis Cargo Clearance Goes The Way of The Dodo
**Section 321 Cargo Clearance Falls Victim to New Trade Policies: An End to De Minimis Duty-Free Shipping**
In a significant shift in trade policy, Section 321 cargo clearance has become a casualty of the latest regulations. This marks the definitive end of an era for duty-free shipping for businesses.
Effective August 29, 2025, the United States officially rescinded the widely utilized de minimis exemption under Section 321 of the Tariff Act. For an extended period, this policy allowed shipments valued under $800 USD to enter the USA without incurring duties or taxes, streamlining imports and reducing costs for numerous businesses. Its elimination signifies a substantial change in import procedures and financial implications for shippers.