Numerous postal services globally, including Japan Post, Australia Post, and Taiwan Post, have temporarily suspended the acceptance of certain mail destined for the United States.

This decision follows a directive from the U.S. government to terminate the 'de minimis' exemption, a policy that previously allowed low-value items to enter the country without incurring customs duties.

The 'de minimis' exemption has facilitated cross-border e-commerce by allowing items valued below a certain threshold to bypass customs taxes, which has been beneficial for both consumers and sellers.

The lack of these duties has encouraged international purchasing and streamlined the shipping process for low-cost goods.

As this policy change takes effect, countries affected by the suspension are adjusting their postal regulations to comply with the new U.S. customs requirements.

The suspension is expected to impact numerous businesses and consumers relying on the shipment of inexpensive goods, creating disruptions in international trade dynamics.

The full implications of this policy adjustment on global e-commerce remain to be seen as countries continue to respond to the new regulations.