The End of De Minimis

Canadian D2C brands shipping to the U.S. will face new duties, paperwork, and possible delays

⚠️ URGENT: De minimis exemption ends August 29, 2025 globally

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What De Minimis is and Who Is Affected

In U.S. trade policy, the de minimis exemption (also known as Section 321) allows imported goods valued at USD 800 or less (per person, per day) to enter the country duty- and tax-free and with simplified customs procedures

The end of this exemption will significantly impact:

D2C businesses

ECommerce Sellers

Canadian Small businesses

Etsy and Ebay sellers

Amazon third party Merchants

Artisans

Small exporters

3PL providers

Small businesses and artisans who rely on direct international shipping, particularly those exporting handmade, vintage, or niche goods to U.S. buyers, will face the most significant challenges.

How ShippingChimp Helps Businesses Navigate Cross-Border Shipping After De Minimis

Reduce Brokerage Fees

Our customs partnerships cut down expensive brokerage charges, keeping cross-border costs under control.

Faster U.S. Deliveries

Optimized routing and clearance processes mean your parcels reach U.S. customers without border delays.

Flexible U.S. Warehousing

Store inventory closer to American shoppers. Ship domestically from our U.S. facilities and bypass cross-border friction.

Transparent Duties & Taxes

We provide upfront landed-cost calculations so you and your customers aren’t hit with surprise charges at checkout.

Expert Guidance

Our logistics team stays ahead of regulatory shifts and our dedicated customer support is available 24/7

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De Minimis 2025 Readiness Checklist

How much of my revenue depends on U.S. customers?
Which of my SKUs will be most affected by duties?
Do I know the exact duties & taxes my customers will face?
Should I absorb these costs, or pass them to U.S. shoppers?
Am I currently overpaying on brokerage fees?
Would U.S. warehousing help me reduce cross-border friction?
Are my fast-moving products positioned closer to U.S. buyers?
Do I have a logistics partner guiding me through these changes?

ShippingChimp can help you cut brokerage fees, set up flexible U.S. warehousing,
and build a cross-border readiness plan before the rule change hits

Don't Let De Minimis Changes Derail Your Business

Need more clarity on how this impacts you? The ShippingChimp team is here to help Canadian brands prepare

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