Overview

• DHL paused acceptance and transport of commercial customer packages via the postal network to the United States on Aug. 22 while it assesses costs; DHL Express continues and letters and documents are not affected.
• The executive order signed July 30 suspends the exemption that allowed imports under $800 to enter duty‑free, with the suspension taking effect on Aug. 29.
• CBP is to publish a new entry protocol for small parcels that requires carriers to collect and remit duties, with a choice between ad valorem tariffs and a temporary per‑package fee of $80, $160 or $200 for six months.
• DHL says key operational questions remain unresolved, including who will collect duties, what additional data will be required and how information will be transmitted to CBP.
• Other postal operators have announced pauses to U.S.-bound commercial parcels, including Germany’s Deutsche Post, services in parts of Europe, Puerto Rico’s post and Mexico’s postal service, with some exceptions limited to letters, documents or gifts up to $100 between individuals.