Federal Register #2026-12670

CBP Suspends De Minimis Exemption for Low-Value Non-Postal Imports

This notice from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), under the Department of Homeland Security, announces an indefinite suspension of the de minimis exemption for imports valued at $800 or less (non-postal modes): - Applies to all merchandise imports valued at $800 or less arriving by air, sea, or land, but not through the international postal network - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a regulatory action, not a procurement - All affected shipments must now use formal or informal entry procedures and are no longer automatically exempt from duty and tax - The suspension aims to: - Protect government revenue - Prevent unlawful importations - Address risks related to low-value e-commerce shipments, including intellectual property rights, consumer protection, and illicit drugs - No products or services are being requested or procured in this notice

Description

This document amends U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations to indefinitely suspend the de minimis administrative exemption for imports valued at $800 or less arriving via all modes other than the international postal network. As a result, all entries of merchandise valued at $800 or less arriving through these modes must utilize formal or informal entry procedures. The rule aims to protect revenue, prevent unlawful importations, and address challenges related to low-value shipments in the e-commerce environment. Comments on the rule are requested and must be received by July 24, 2026.

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