IMPACT OF THE RECIPROCAL TARIFFS ON SHIPMENTS TO THE U.S.

Update 31 July 2025

SOUTH KOREA, JAPAN, THAILAND, TAIWAN, EUROPE, U.S. AND SINGAPORE ORIGIN PRODUCTS BOUND FOR THE U.S.

The United States has announced reciprocal tarrifs, however, there is no change for products originating from countries other than China and Hong Kong when shipped to the United States.

Items such as albums, CDs, DVDs, Blu-Rays, Photobooks, Photocards, LPs, and books will continue to be exempt from duties for U.S. bound deliveries if the subtotal value is under US$800 under the De Minimis exemption. Orders above US$800 will be liable for tariffs and taxes.

CHINA AND HONG KONG ORIGIN PRODUCTS WILL HAVE DE MINIMIS REMOVED

From 2 May 2025, all products originating from China and Hong Kong destined for the U.S. will no longer be eligible for the De Minimis exemption. This means that duties will apply regardless of the order value. Taxes and tariffs collected go directly to the the U.S. government and shipping provider. The Jelly House does not take any portion of the fees collected.

DHL EXPRESS SHIPPING TO THE U.S.

As of 21 April 2025, DHL has announced a temporary halt to B2C shipments to the U.S. with a customs value exceeding US$800 because of tariff-related transit delays. If your order is worth over US$800 and you have selected DHL as a shipping option, our team will reach out to you with alternative shipping options and costs. 

Orders with a value of less than US$800 to the U.S. remain unaffected.

IN GENERAL

Please expect possible delays with customs clearance over the next few weeks to months as longer clearance processes are expected, no matter the item origin, with the changes to the De Minimis rule. 

Please note that The Jelly House is not responsible for any customs fees in your country.

For more details about the De Minimis rules and regulations, please refer to the U.S Customs and Border Protection official website.