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US postal policy change: Donald Trump scraps duty-free parcel exemption rule; cites tariff evasion, drug smuggling

IndiaTimes Friday, 29 August 2025 ()
The US has ended its $800 tariff exemption for package shipments, implementing a transitional duty structure for postal service shippers. This move, according to Trump administration officials, aims to curb tariff evasion and the smuggling of illicit substances. Officials highlight a significant increase in de minimis exemption claims and anticipate substantial revenue gains.
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