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U.S. Ends Duty‑Free $800 Parcel Rule, Triggering Global Shipping Pauses and Higher Costs

Officials say the crackdown closes a security gap exploited for illicit goods.

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Overview

  • On the policy’s effective date Friday, postal operators in Norway, Sweden and Denmark, and Australia halted U.S.-bound parcels, with partial pauses at Deutsche Post/DHL, La Poste, Austrian Post and Japan Post.
  • Postal services from at least 25 countries curtailed service as they await clarity on who will collect duties, what data must accompany parcels, and how it must be sent to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
  • Experts forecast pricier checkouts and slower deliveries now that all parcels face tariffs and inspection, with FlavorCloud estimating a $30 pair of Chinese-made slippers will cost $44.37 under the new charges.
  • Analysts warn customs may lack the manpower to process roughly 1 billion packages that previously entered under de minimis, raising the risk of delays and backlogs.
  • The White House cites fentanyl and counterfeit threats and a rise in de minimis shipments from 134 million in 2015 to over 1.36 billion in 2024, while Treasury reports more than $30 billion in tariff revenue this month.