U.S. Duty-Free Threshold Ending Aug 29: What to Expect

Last updated: August 28, 2025

What’s happening

The United States is suspending the de minimis duty-free threshold for most low-value imports at 12:01 a.m. ET on August 29, 2025. Shipments that enter the U.S. on or after that time may be charged duties and taxes. (Source: White House)

What this means for you

Expect duties/taxes at delivery. For goods shipped from Japan (currently all of our products), the U.S.–Japan framework sets a baseline 15% tariff rate; final charges are assessed at entry by the carrier/U.S. Customs. (Source: White House)

Typical timing: Our average shipping time to U.S. entry is about a week, but timing varies by route and carrier.

Our commitment to price clarity

We’re actively improving how we display costs to increase price transparency (e.g., clearer duty/tax estimates at checkout and in order confirmations). We’ll update this page as policies evolve.

Quick definitions

De minimis (U.S.): The duty-free threshold that previously allowed many low-value imports to enter without tariffs. It is suspended starting Aug 29, 2025. 

Questions?

We’re here to help. Contact us at hello@monoya.com and we’ll respond promptly.