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**News Article:**

**Australia Post Suspends Parcel Shipments to U.S. Over Trump’s Tariff Rule Change**

**Sydney, Australia – August 26, 2025** – Australia Post has announced a temporary suspension of parcel shipments to the United States, effective immediately, following the Trump administration’s decision to eliminate a customs tax rule that previously allowed low-value packages to enter the country duty-free. This move follows similar suspensions by postal services in several European and Asian countries, including Swiss Post, DHL (Germany), Japan Post, and Korea Post.

The U.S. government announced last month that packages valued at $800 or less would be subject to applicable duties starting August 29th, rescinding the *de minimis* exemption. These goods will face a tariff based on either the country of origin’s effective tariff rate or a specific tariff of $80-$200 for six months, depending on the country’s rate.

According to Australia Post, packages lodged on or after August 26th to the U.S. and Puerto Rico will not be accepted until further notice, with the exception of gifts under $100, letters and documents. They are working with US, Australian and international partners to develop and implement a solution.

Nicola Charwat, Senior Lecturer at Monash University, warns that the suspension will primarily affect small Australian businesses selling directly to U.S. consumers, particularly those specializing in sustainable goods, uniquely Australian products like cosmetics and wine. These parcels will now be subject to a 10% baseline tariff.

While Japan Post anticipates a limited impact due to alternative shipping methods, Korea Post has partnered with UPS to continue service. FedEx Australia confirmed it continues to transport shipments to the United States unaffected.

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