The Trump Administration’s executive order targeting imports from China, Mexico, and Canada has significantly impacted global supply chains. The order focuses on tightening the “de minimis” exemption, which previously allowed foreign e-commerce companies to ship numerous small packages to the U.S. without paying taxes. For logistics and supply chain companies, this change will have major impacts, influencing customs processing, shipping costs, and e-commerce fulfillment strategies. Here is what businesses need to know and how they should prepare. The de minimis exemption (under 19 U.S.C. 1321) permits goods valued under $800 to enter the U.S. without customs duties or extensive paperwork. Initially intended to simplify travel-related shipments, this rule has become a significant benefit for foreign e-commerce sellers, especially those in China. (....)