CBP Publishes Guidance on Elimination of De Minimis Exception for Low-Value Imports from China and Hong Kong
April 29, 2025
On April 28, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) published a public notice providing additional information regarding the elimination of the de minimis exception for goods being imported from China and Hong Kong. This notice implements changes directed by President Trump's Executive Order 14256 and subsequent amendments. These changes specifically apply to products of the People's Republic of China (PRC), which the order specifies includes products of Hong Kong.…
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Triple Threat to Ecommerce: Reciprocal Tariffs and De Minimis Changes Create Existential Crisis for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
April 10, 2025
The EIA is issuing an urgent warning to American policymakers. The recent flurry of Executive Orders concerning reciprocal tariffs and low-value imports, particularly those originating from the People’s Republic of China (PRC), represent a triple threat to the viability of countless U.S.-based small and mid-sized e-commerce companies. …
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Two Executive Orders, One Big Question Mark for Ecommerce Companies
April 3, 2025
The EIA is closely monitoring recent developments out of the White House, specifically the two Executive Orders issued on April 2, 2025, that will undoubtedly have ramifications for the ecommerce sector. We believe it's crucial for our members and the wider industry to understand the potential impacts of these presidential actions.…
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EIA Stands Strong for American Businesses & Consumers in Comments on Proposed Tariff Rulemaking
March 25, 2025
The EIA has filed comments in response to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection concerning trade and national security actions and low-value shipments. The EIA defends the crucial role of the de minimis exemption and cautions against proposals that would inflict harm on small businesses and consumers.…
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