Since June 24, 2026 every parcel to the U.S. needs a customs entry and pays duty, whatever its value. The law ends de minimis permanently on July 1, 2027.
What changed
- June 24, 2026: the U.S. suspended duty free entry for small parcels (de minimis). Every shipment now needs a customs entry, whatever its value.
- International mail: CBP moved the date when every mail parcel must be filed as an electronic mail entry (Entry Type 13) to January 20, 2027. Duty is still owed in the meantime.
- July 1, 2027: U.S. law ends de minimis permanently.
- Listed products still pay the 50% Section 338 duty, whatever the parcel's value.
What online sellers can do
- Price duty into delivered prices, or show it clearly at checkout so customers aren't surprised.
- Use a courier or postal service that clears customs for you, and compare their fees.
- For steady volume, ship in bulk to a U.S. warehouse or fulfilment centre and send parcels from there.
- Check each product's code for Section 338 before you list it.
Work out the duty on your parcels
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Questions
Is U.S. de minimis still available for Canadian parcels?
No. It has been suspended since June 24, 2026 and ends by law on July 1, 2027.
Do low value parcels pay Section 338?
Yes, if the product's code is on the Section 338 list.
Sources
- Wiley: tariff tracker (updated Sep 14, 2026)
- Covington: Section 338 tariffs on Canada take effect
- BDO: CBP extends mandatory Entry Type 13 date for international mail to January 20, 2027
This guide is general information, not legal or customs advice. Confirm your product code, origin and duty with a licensed customs broker before you act.