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Mexico Halts U.S. Shipments as Duty-Free Exemption Ends

8/28/2025

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Mexico's postal service will halt shipments to the U.S. as the "de minimis" exemption ends on Friday.
This follows similar suspensions by several European countries due to tariff uncertainties.
The exemption for duty-free packages under $800 has been in effect since 2016 and expires this week.
Mexico is negotiating with U.S. authorities to clarify new duties and resume services.
Shipping companies, including DHL, express concerns over unresolved customs duties and data transmission issues.

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Story summary

Mexico's postal service will halt shipments to the U.S. as the "de minimis" exemption ends on Friday.
This follows similar suspensions by several European countries due to tariff uncertainties.
The exemption for duty-free packages under $800 has been in effect since 2016 and expires this week.
Mexico is negotiating with U.S. authorities to clarify new duties and resume services.
Shipping companies, including DHL, express concerns over unresolved customs duties and data transmission issues.