Tariffs Up. De Minimis Gone.
Let’s Adjust How Your Brand Goes Global
Passport Global helps ecommerce brands protect profits and stay compliant as trade wars escalate. Avoid surprise duties, minimize delays, and navigate de minimis changes with confidence.
From customs clearance and freight forwarding to warehousing, fulfillment, and Seller of Record services, we handle the complexity behind the scenes—including smart duty and tax strategies to help you stay ahead of shifting tariffs.
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The 2025 Trade Disruption Is Here
Sweeping tariff changes and the rollback of de minimis exemptions are creating major challenges for ecommerce brands shipping internationally. With additional tariffs as high as 55% and the end of duty-free low-value shipping from China and Hong Kong, cost predictability is out the window.
Key Changes Taking Effect:
10% blanket tariff now applies to most U.S. imports (effective April 5)
30% reciprocal tariff on imports from China & Hong Kong (effective May 15)
De minimis exemption ($800) ended May 2 for China & Hong Kong products
Postal shipments from China face $100/item duties (rising to $200 on June 1)
Brands relying on cross-border fulfillment, de minimis exemptions, or sourcing from China will feel the biggest impact. If your pricing model doesn’t evolve, your margins won’t survive.
8 in 10 International Merchants
Fear Proposed Tariffs Will Disrupt Global Strategy
While 91% of ecommerce decision-makers regard international sales as a profitable revenue source, 81% are concerned that shifting tariffs and regulatory changes could threaten their global strategy.
What This Means for Your Brand
Whether you’re sourcing from China, shipping cross-border from the U.S., or fulfilling directly from your overseas manufacturer, you need a new playbook.
If you ship from China directly to U.S. customers:
No more duty-free entry for your shipments
Expect 30%+ in additional tariffs on top of standard duties on every order
Clearance delays and customs friction will increase
If you import into the U.S. first:
You’ll pay tariffs on the lower manufacturer price—though duty drawback may apply if you re-export
Growing cost pressures without fulfillment alternatives
If you rely on de minimis for DTC shipping:
That advantage is disappearing, and fast
You’ll need to reconsider distribution channels
Your Brand’s Global Playbook: All the Tools, All in One Place
Passport Global, our end-to-end internationalization solution, can help you with:
In-Country Fulfillment
Move inventory closer to your customers to reduce tariff exposure, minimize cross-border shipping costs, and improve delivery times. With Passport’s in-country enablement in the U.S., Canada, UK, AU, and EU, you sidestep de minimis changes, avoid border delays, and create a seamless customer experience.
Seller of Record Compliance
Stay ahead of changing global regulations with Passport’s patent-pending Seller of Record® solution. We collect and remit VAT/GST worldwide, so you’re compliant from day one—no matter where you sell. No more worrying about registration, documentation, or local tax thresholds.
Smart Duty & Tax Strategies
Passport helps you navigate tariff changes with end-to-end compliance support:
- HS code and country of origin review to optimize duties
- Customs valuation support to lower tariff exposure
- Dynamic duty and tax calculations embedded at checkout
- Tax, duty and VAT inclusive pricing strategies to grow conversions and margins
- U.S. duty drawback support so you recover duties on eligible exports
Freight & Logistics Coordination
Our global network streamlines everything from B2B importing to DTC fulfillment. We manage freight forwarding, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery—plus shipment consolidation to cut brokerage and customs costs as de minimis thresholds disappear.
Local Marketplace Access
Don’t Let Tariffs Kill Your Global Growth
Passport Global gives brands the infrastructure to scale globally without getting buried in paperwork, delays, or unexpected fees. As trade policies shift, we’re your partner in staying profitable and compliant.
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