Upcoming Customs Updates

Customs User Fee Changes Effective October 1, 2025

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will implement annual updates to user fees starting October 1, 2025. Key changes include:

• The Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) ad valorem rate remains at 0.3464%.
• The minimum fee increases from $32.71 to $33.58.
• The maximum fee increases from $634.62 to $651.50.

For full details, refer to CSMS # 65741993.

De Minimis Rule Update – Effective August 29, 2025

Shipments valued under $800 will no longer qualify for de minimis treatment. Under this suspension, all non-postal shipments must be processed by a customs broker. All goods are subject to all admissibility requirements and applicable duties. CBP has updated their FAQs to clarify postal vs. non-postal shipments and duty calculations. See CSMS # 66002708 for more information.

New Tariff Requirements Fact Sheet for 2025

CBP published a new reference chart outlining applicable tariffs for 2025 customs entries including auto and auto parts, copper, steel, aluminum, Brazil, Russian oil, Canada, Mexico, China/Hong Kong and Reciprocal tariffs. Access the fact sheet here.

Trade Remedy Webinar Series – September 2025

CBP will host free webinars on reporting suspected trade violations using its online tools. Details are available in CSMS # 65986666.