President Trump’s executive order, effective May 2, 2025, will end de minimis exemptions for imports under $800 from China and Hong Kong, imposing a 30% ad valorem duty or a flat fee per item. This unexpected change will significantly impact e-commerce, which relies heavily on low-value shipments, likely raising costs and transit times. Experts warn that this could shift logistics strategies from direct-to-consumer shipping to bulk consignments through intermediaries. While air cargo demand may decline, some predict a rise in ocean freight as businesses adapt to the new tariff landscape.

Source: https://www.stattimes.com/air-cargo/us-to-end-de-minimis-air-cargo-set-for-seismic-shock-1354962