HomeFAQDuties, Tariffs & CustomsDe Minimis & 2025-2026 ChangesAre bona fide gifts still exempt from de minimis changes?

Are bona fide gifts still exempt from de minimis changes?

Yes. The de minimis suspension does not affect duty-free treatment for bona fide gifts under $100 aggregate value ($200 from US territories). However, CBP uses monthly worksheets to verify compliance, and falsely declaring items as gifts triggers full duties plus potential penalties.

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