{"id":5337,"date":"2025-08-29T13:25:28","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T13:25:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\/blog\/?p=5337"},"modified":"2025-08-29T13:25:29","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T13:25:29","slug":"de-minimis-is-out-are-you-ready-to-move-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\/blog\/de-minimis-is-out-are-you-ready-to-move-in\/","title":{"rendered":"De Minimis Is Out. Are You Ready to Move In?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/De-Minimis-Ends-Today-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"De Minimis Ends Today\" class=\"wp-image-5339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/De-Minimis-Ends-Today-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/De-Minimis-Ends-Today-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/De-Minimis-Ends-Today-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/De-Minimis-Ends-Today.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">De Minimis Ends Today<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Loophole Is Closing \u2014 And the Stakes Are Rising<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Big news for the U.S. market<\/strong>: Starting <strong>August 29, 2025<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitehouse.gov\/presidential-actions\/2025\/07\/suspending-duty-free-de-minimis-treatment-for-all-countries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"the De Minimis exemption will be eliminated\">the De Minimis exemption will be eliminated<\/a>\u2014ending duty- and tax-free entry for international parcels valued under $800.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For years, this threshold allowed e-commerce and marketplace sellers to avoid tariffs by shipping individual parcels directly from low-cost labor regions. It fueled the rise of fast-fashion and drop-ship models with minimal domestic infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But that advantage is ending. Under a new executive order, <strong>all international shipments\u2014regardless of value\u2014will now be subject to full tariffs and duties<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>era of low-cost, cross-border fulfillment is over<\/strong>. And brands who want to remain competitive\u2014especially in the U.S. market\u2014must act fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why This Policy Shift Matters (Globally and in the U.S.)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the new rule applies to the U.S., it also reflects a growing global trend: governments are tightening oversight of cross-border e-commerce. The impact is real:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Higher shipping costs and import duties<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Delivery delays and customs clearance risks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compliance and labeling complexity<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Decreased margins and customer satisfaction<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your current model relies on shipping parcels into the U.S. or other major markets from overseas warehouses\u2014<strong>now is the time to rethink your fulfillment strategy.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Happens on August 29?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All goods<\/strong> entering the U.S. will be subject to duties\u2014even under $800.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ad valorem tariffs<\/strong> may apply based on country of origin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A specific duty shall be assessed on each package containing goods entered for consumption, based on the effective IEEPA tariff rate applicable to the country of origin of the product as follows: Countries with an effective IEEPA rate above 25 percent: $200 per item.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>There will be no more exemptions.<\/strong> The change is definitive\u2014and brands must act to avoid operational and financial disruption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Global Problem Demands a Global Fulfillment Strategy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re shipping to <strong>New York, London, Berlin, or Sydney<\/strong>\u2014<strong>cross-border fulfillment is becoming more expensive, slower, and riskier<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To maintain delivery speed, compliance, and customer experience, leading brands are now <strong>localizing inventory in their core markets<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Global Brands Are Moving Inventory In-Market<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Bergen Logistics\">Bergen Logistics<\/a><\/strong>, we help <strong>e-commerce and omnichannel brands<\/strong> transition to <strong>landed inventory<\/strong> across major regions\u2014including the <strong>U.S., EU, UK, and APAC<\/strong>\u2014enabling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Local fulfillment and <strong>2-day delivery capabilities<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elimination of surprise duties at checkout<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved control over <strong>returns, SLAs, and packaging<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Global scale, localized precision<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Shift Now?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Avoid Costly Duties<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Eliminate per-parcel tariffs by importing in bulk and warehousing locally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accelerate Delivery Times<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Distribute from our coast-to-coast and multi-region fulfillment centers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhance Customer Experience<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Minimize customs delays and reduce returns, refunds, and delivery complaints.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay Compliant<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Meet VAT, labeling, and customs requirements in every region\u2014stress-free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scale with Confidence<\/strong><br>Bergen\u2019s <strong>CloudX platform<\/strong> offers real-time inventory visibility and integrates seamlessly with <strong>DTC and B2B channels<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bergen Logistics: Your Global Omnichannel Fulfillment Partner<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bergen Logistics isn\u2019t just ready\u2014we\u2019ve been preparing for this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With <strong>125+ fulfillment centers<\/strong> across the <strong>U.S., UK, EU, Canada, LATAM, and Asia-Pacific<\/strong>, we help brands <strong>operate globally with local performance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We support:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>E-commerce, DTC, wholesale, and marketplace brands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and small electronics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Omnichannel operations across Shopify, Amazon, retail, and more<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated, scalable fulfillment with white-glove kitting &amp; returns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>End-to-end visibility and integration via CloudX WMS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re consolidating SKUs in Europe or launching next-day delivery in the U.S., <strong>we provide the infrastructure and agility to scale seamlessly.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The End of De Minimis Is a Wake-Up Call\u2014and a Competitive Advantage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, this is a disruption. But it\u2019s also an opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brands that adapt now will be positioned to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offer faster, duty-free delivery with no surprises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build trust and loyalty through better post-purchase experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capture market share from slow-moving competitors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expand into new regions with operational confidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optimize margin through supply chain efficiency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>E-commerce has always been about <strong>speed, precision, and adaptability<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the De Minimis era ends, fulfillment becomes not just a back-office function\u2014but a <strong>strategic advantage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Will you wait and react\u2014or lead with confidence and clarity?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ready to Move Your Inventory In-Market?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bergen Logistics<\/strong> helps you transition efficiently\u2014with global compliance, real-time visibility, and speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s talk about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fast-track onboarding into global fulfillment hubs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional transition plans (U.S., EU, UK, APAC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customs, labeling, and duty mitigation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improving delivery performance, returns, and customer satisfaction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Global reach. Local excellence. Omnichannel ready.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Let\u2019s build what\u2019s next\u2014together.<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Contact Bergen Logistics<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Loophole Is Closing \u2014 And the Stakes Are Rising Big news for the U.S. market: Starting August 29, 2025, the De Minimis exemption will be eliminated\u2014ending duty- and tax-free entry for international parcels valued under $800. For years, this threshold allowed e-commerce and marketplace sellers to avoid tariffs by shipping individual parcels directly from&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bergenlogistics.com\/blog\/de-minimis-is-out-are-you-ready-to-move-in\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">De Minimis Is Out. 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