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DHL suspends some packages to the US because of tariff-related regulations

Previously, packages valued at up to $2,500 could enter the U.S. with minimal paperwork; however, that threshold has now been lowered to $800.
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Posted 7:38 PM, Apr 22, 2025
and last updated 7:38 PM, Apr 22, 2025

DHL announced that it is suspending some of its global shipments from businesses to consumers in the U.S. due to the impacts of tariffs.

The Germany-based courier company stated that the change is a result of new U.S. customs rules, adding more red tape that came into effect along with tariffs earlier this month.

Previously, packages valued at up to $2,500 could enter the U.S. with minimal paperwork; however, that threshold has now been lowered to $800.

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Shipments below that value will not be impacted, DHL stated.

Business-to-business deliveries will continue but may experience delays.

DHL indicated that it would continue to monitor the situation but expects the changes to be temporary.