Question 1

What is Section 321 for low-value U.S. imports?

Accepted Answer

Section 321 is actually a shorter name for 'Section 321(a)(2)(C) of the Tariff Act of 1930', and is the statute that covers the regulations for importing low-value shipments (LVS) below the United States' de minimis of $800 USD into the U.S. (including Puerto Rico). A low-value shipment under Section 321 is a type of informal entry that allows streamlined clearance and release of shipments into the U.S. by Customs and Border Protection (CBP), free of duty and tax.

Question 2

Who does the de minimis benefit?

Accepted Answer

The de minimis benefits U.S. businesses importing from other countries, U.S. shoppers, and non-U.S. businesses. U.S. businesses purchasing goods internationally can save on duty by leveraging the $800 de minimis. U.S. shoppers can easily purchase goods from across the globe without having to worry about any duty or tax on imports unless they exceed the $800 de minimis. Businesses located outside the U.S. can benefit greatly from Section 321 because U.S. shoppers are more likely to purchase internationally due to the high de minimis.

Question 3

How does Section 321 benefit your business?

Accepted Answer

Whether you are a U.S. business importing from abroad or a non-U.S. business selling internationally and absorbing the landed cost, you can save money and time on imports, giving your business a competitive edge. This high de minimis value can benefit your business and make importing into the U.S. a much smoother, faster, and less daunting process.

Question 4

What are the restrictions to Section 321?

Accepted Answer

Section 321 is only valid for one shipment per recipient daily. Certain goods do not qualify for the LVS clearance process, regardless of their value. This is due to the need for additional inspections, restrictions on the goods being imported, etc. Goods that require inspection for release, merchandise subject to Anti-Dumping Duty (ADD) and/or Countervailing Duty (CVD), and products controlled by certain Partner Government Agencies (PGA) are not eligible for Section 321.

Question 5

What do I need to do?

Accepted Answer

Normally your carrier will act on your behalf and clear your goods through customs. Your low-value ecommerce shipments (as long as the items aren't restricted or dangerous) shouldn't take much time to clear through customs. Contact your carrier representative for any questions you may have about the Section 321 clearance process.

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