Supply Chain Dive Aug 14, 2026 Trade & Tariffs

US de minimis elimination upheld by trade court

The Court of International Trade upheld the elimination of the de minimis tariff exemption for sub-$800 imports, confirming presidential authority to rescind this exemption.

Why this matters to buyers

Buyers importing goods valued under $800 into the US will no longer benefit from tariff exemptions, potentially increasing costs for small-value shipments.

Recommended buyer actions

  • Review import strategies for sub-$800 shipments
  • Evaluate cost implications of tariff changes on small-value imports

Original source context

The Court of International Trade said President Donald Trump has the authority to rescind the tariff exemption for sub-$800 imports.

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