Posted on February 28, 2025

Small exporters in China are exploring alternative approaches following President Trump’s announcement to terminate the de minimis rule.

This regulation previously allowed imports valued under $800 to be exempt from tariffs and stringent customs procedures. The recent decision has left many businesses in China, particularly those in the e-commerce sector, seeking new ways to maintain their export operations to the United States.

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