US Cancels $800 Tax Exemption on Small Packages from China
The US government has signed an executive order to cancel the $800 tax exemption for imports from mainland China and Hong Kong, requiring all direct mail packages to be declared and taxed by category.
What are the key facts?
- 1Policy: Cancel $800 tax exemption
- 2Impact scope: All direct mail packages from mainland China and Hong Kong
What happened?
The US government announced the elimination of the small package exemption for goods from China and Hong Kong, mandating complete customs declarations for all inbound mail and express shipments. This change will directly impact the cost structures of cross-border platforms like Temu and SHEIN.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
This policy will increase operational costs for cross-border sellers. It is recommended that sellers review different shipping methods and strive to find the most compliant and cost-effective options. Top priority action: Evaluate overseas warehousing options to optimize inventory and mitigate tariff burdens.