DHL suspends U.S. shipments over 1000 CAD amid tariff tensions
German courier company DHL Express is suspending some shipments to the United States, reports the BBC. This is due to the tariffs imposed by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. The company points to prolonged customs clearance because of the tariffs.
DHL Express has announced that from Monday, April 21, it will halt shipments valued over $800 (1000 CAD) to the United States. This decision results from the extended customs clearance following the introduction of the new tariff system by the U.S. president's administration Donald Trump - reports BBC.
DHL informed that the suspension applies to packages shipped by companies worldwide to U.S. consumers and will remain in effect "until further notice." Those already in transit will arrive, but with delays. Shipments valued under $800 (1000 CAD) will continue to be delivered without major changes.
End of easy deliveries
Why this decision? Until now, shipments valued up to $2,500 (3,400 CAD) could be sent to the USA with minimal formalities. However, the new U.S. tariffs have introduced more stringent customs controls.
The White House plans to tighten regulations on shipments below $800 (1000 CAD) on May 2, particularly those from China and Hong Kong, eliminating the so-called de minimis exception that allowed the transport of low-value packages without duty.
China retaliates
In response to the tariff increases by the Trump administration, Hong Kong Post has suspended package deliveries to the USA. This decision took effect immediately for sea shipments, and for air shipments, it will take effect on April 27. Letter shipments were not affected by the changes.
Last week, Washington imposed additional tariffs of 145% on Chinese products, to which Beijing responded with tariffs of 125% on American goods.
