US Border Agency Intensifies Scrutiny on De Minimis Imports
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is escalating its scrutiny of small, low-value international shipments entering the country. This crackdown targets the `de minimis` exemption, which allows goods valued under $800 to enter the US duty-free, a popular method for e-commerce giants. The agency is focusing on preventing illicit goods and enforcing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). As part of this effort, CBP has suspended multiple customs brokers from a program that expedites these clearances. This heightened enforcement is expected to cause delays and add complexity for the air cargo industry.
Official Source: https://aircargoweek.com/us-border-agency-steps-up-scrutiny-of-imports/
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