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Ending Duty-Free Imports for Small Foreign Shipments

This act changes rules for small imported shipments to the U.S., eliminating duty exemptions. This means goods that previously entered the country without tariffs may now be subject to fees, impacting prices of products bought online from abroad.
Key points
Elimination of duty exemptions for most small imported shipments to the U.S.
Changes take effect immediately for goods from China, and after 120 days for other countries.
Introduction of new data requirements and customs procedures for imported goods.
Potential changes in fees and procedures for shipments sent via international postal networks.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1867
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2025-05-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Closing the De Minimis Loophole Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1867.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Elimination of duty exemptions for most small imported shipments to the U.S.
  • Changes take effect immediately for goods from China, and after 120 days for other countries.
  • Introduction of new data requirements and customs procedures for imported goods.
  • Potential changes in fees and procedures for shipments sent via international postal networks.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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