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NZ Post Resumes U.S. Shipping Amid Tariff Challenges

9/12/2025

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NZ Post has resumed most parcel services to the U.S. after a temporary halt due to a 15% base rate tariff on international shipments.
The new requirements include detailed item descriptions and sender/receiver contact information.
Shipping volumes to the U.S. fell by 81% following the tariff changes, impacting small brands with increased costs and delays.
Australia Post plans to resume U.S. shipping on September 25, collaborating with Zonos to manage tariffs.
Many global postal services suspended U.S. shipments due to the removal of the de minimis trade provision.

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Story summary

NZ Post has resumed most parcel services to the U.S. after a temporary halt due to a 15% base rate tariff on international shipments.
The new requirements include detailed item descriptions and sender/receiver contact information.
Shipping volumes to the U.S. fell by 81% following the tariff changes, impacting small brands with increased costs and delays.
Australia Post plans to resume U.S. shipping on September 25, collaborating with Zonos to manage tariffs.
Many global postal services suspended U.S. shipments due to the removal of the de minimis trade provision.