DHL pauses high-value shipments to the US amid Trump tariffs
German courier company DHL Express is suspending some shipments to the United States, reports the BBC. This action is a result of the tariffs imposed by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. The company cites prolonged customs clearance due to these tariffs.
DHL Express has announced that from Monday (21st April), it will halt shipments valued over $800 (€703) to the United States. This decision stems from the extended customs clearance procedures following the introduction of the new tariff system by the U.S. president's administration Donald Trump - reports BBC.
DHL has 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 (€703) will continue to be delivered without major changes.
End of easy deliveries
What prompted this decision? Until now, shipments valued up to $2,500 (€2,200) 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 €703 on 2nd May, particularly those from China and Hong Kong, removing 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 27th April. Letter shipments remain unaffected 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.
