Updated February 28, 12:00PM EST
Tariff Updates
Do you produce any items in China, Canada, and/or Mexico and sell to the U.S.? If so, you are impacted by the Tariffs slated to take effect, March 4th, 2025.
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What's Changed?
Canada & Mexico: 25% Tariff on Imports
• De Minimis rule is suspended, which means no more duty-free imports under $800.
• All imports - regardless of value - will face a 25% tariff.
• Exception: Canadian energy resources (oil, natural gas) will face a 10% tariff instead.
China: 20% Tariff on Imports
• Imports from China have been subject to a 10% tariff since February 4th, 2025.
• An additional 10% is expected to take effect on March 4th, which means a 20% total tariff on Chinese goods.
• Unconfirmed: As of February 28th, De Minimis rule is expected to remain in place. Imports under $800 from China may still enter duty-free.
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• De Minimis rule is suspended, which means no more duty-free imports under $800.
• All imports - regardless of value - will face a 25% tariff.
• Exception: Canadian energy resources (oil, natural gas) will face a 10% tariff instead.
China: 20% Tariff on Imports
• Imports from China have been subject to a 10% tariff since February 4th, 2025.
• An additional 10% is expected to take effect on March 4th, which means a 20% total tariff on Chinese goods.
• Unconfirmed: As of February 28th, De Minimis rule is expected to remain in place. Imports under $800 from China may still enter duty-free.
What is De Minimis?
The De Minimis Tax Exemption is a law that Congress passed on a bipartisan basis that allows shipments bound for American businesses and consumers valued under $800 (per person, per day) to enter the U.S. free of duty and taxes. (Source: National Foreign Trade Council)
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How Swap can help you stay compliant
Swap is your trusted partner in navigating global tariff complexities.
- All orders calculated in the checkout to account for total landed cost based on current guidelines
- Tax compliance covered to ensure your business remains in good standing with U.S. government
- Customers can continue to receive packages DDP with all duties, taxes, fees and tariffs paid at checkout
The Impact: China
All shipments OVER $800 will incur 20% Tariffs even if the import is mixed origin from China.
Brand may need to provide licenses, certification, importer SSN, origin of proof.
Consumer's package held in customs until additional duties and taxes are paid for.
Brand may need to provide licenses, certification, importer SSN, origin of proof.
Consumer's package held in customs until additional duties and taxes are paid for.
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The Impact: Canada & Mexico
All shipments OVER $800 will incur 20% Tariffs even if the import is mixed origin from China.
Brand may need to provide licenses, certification, importer SSN, origin of proof.
Consumer's package held in customs until additional duties and taxes are paid for.
Brand may need to provide licenses, certification, importer SSN, origin of proof.
Consumer's package held in customs until additional duties and taxes are paid for.
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