De minimis threshold

The order value below which imported goods are exempt from customs duties, and sometimes taxes. Thresholds vary by country and have been changing quickly. The US ended its $800 exemption for all countries on August 29, 2025 (China lost it earlier, in May 2025). The UK sets its VAT threshold at £135. The EU is removing its €150 duty-free exemption and applying a temporary flat €3-per-item duty from July 2026.