Key Facts

• The de minimis tariff exemption allowed goods below a certain value to enter a country without tariffs.
• Ending this exemption means more packages now face tariffs, increasing costs for shippers.
• The change has caused delays and confusion in global shipping processes.
• Businesses that relied on low-cost shipping are particularly affected.
• The new rules have led to a backlog as customs processes more shipments for tariff collection.
• The exemption's end impacts consumers who may face higher prices and longer delivery times.