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What Changed in U.S. Import Policy in 2025? In August 2025, a major shift occurred in U.S. import policy. For decades, the United States allowed duty-free entry for parcels valued under $800 under the “de minimis” rule. This exemption enabled affordable international shipping for small businesses and individual consumers. That exemption has now ended. Every commercial shipment entering the United States from Japan is subject to formal customs processing — regardless of value.