Most-recent updates

We’re closely monitoring how the new US import requirements affect buying and selling on our marketplace.

• US de minimis to be eliminated effective 29 August 2025.
  US de minimis will be suspended globally, effective 29 August 2025, meaning all shipments to the US—regardless of value—may be subject to duties and customs clearance.

• New tariff rates scheduled to go into effect on 1 August 2025.
  Certain tariff rates, initially set to go into effect on 9 July, will now go into effect on 1 August. As of 1 August, tariffs on US imports are scheduled to increase for over 80 countries.

What you need to know

New tariffs or tariff increases have taken effect on 1 August 2025. From 29 August 2025, all US imports will incur applicable duties, regardless of value. These duties are determined by:

• "Country/Region of Manufacture” (country of origin)
• The type of item

Additionally, items containing certain materials, such as steel, aluminium, or copper, may be subject to extra duties.

When using postal services, shipments to the US will have either the tariff rate applied or, at the discretion of the transportation provider, a flat rate. This flat rate option is available until February 2026, after which the tariff rate based on the item’s country of manufacture will be applied.

Please note that shipments may experience delays due to increased US Customs checks.

US buyers may change their shopping habits, possibly focusing on listings that specify the country of origin or manufacture to avoid unexpected import charges. We encourage you to include the country where the item was manufactured in your listings. Learn more about customs requirements when shipping globally, and how to find country of manufacture information.

Duties, import fees, and personal information are typically collected by carriers after checkout. Prices displayed to buyers on eBay may exclude these costs.