DHL to suspend B2C shipments over $800 to US citing new customs rules

DHL Express, the logistics arm of Germany’s Deutsche Post, will briefly suspend international business-to-consumer (B2C) shipments exceeding $800 to recipients within the United States beginning April 21, citing latest adjustments in US customs laws, Reuters reported.
According to a discover posted on DHL’s web site — metadata of which indicated it was compiled on Saturday — the transfer is available in response to up to date customs clearance rules which have considerably tightened the processing of higher-value packages. Under the revised laws, all shipments valued over $800 now require formal entry processing. The earlier threshold stood at $2,500 till it was decreased on April 5.
Reuters famous that whereas business-to-business (B2B) shipments will proceed, they might expertise delays due to the improved clearance procedures. Meanwhile, shipments valued underneath $800 — whether or not B2B or B2C — stay unaffected by the new rule.
DHL described the transfer as a “temporary measure” in its assertion, aimed toward adapting to the altering regulatory surroundings. The firm reiterated that it’s working intently with clients to assist them perceive and navigate the new compliance necessities.
Last week, in response to questions from Reuters, DHL stated it could proceed dealing with shipments from Hong Kong to the US “in accordance with the applicable customs rules and regulations,” and it could assist clients via the transition forward of additional adjustments anticipated on May 2.
The report additionally follows latest actions by Hongkong Post, which introduced a suspension of sea mail companies for items destined for the US The postal authority accused Washington of “bullying” after the US authorities revoked tariff-free commerce privileges for packages originating from China and Hong Kong.