Archive for December 2025
The United Kingdom signals the end of its £135 UK de minimis following global trend of EU, US removals
Summary The United Kingdom has announced plans to remove its £135 de minimis customs duty exemption, following similar moves by the United States and the European Union. While the UK de minimis threshold will remain in place through at least December 31, 2026, full removal is expected by March 2029 at the latest, fundamentally changing…
Read MoreThe end of the EU de minimis era: how ecommerce merchants and 3PLs can prepare
Originally posted November 19th, Updated on December 12th. Summary: The European Union is eliminating its €150 customs duty exemption on low-value imports. This shift will affect landed costs, compliance, and shipping strategies for high-volume ecommerce brands and 3PL operators. Here is what to know, based on the latest guidance from the European Council, European Parliament,…
Read MoreIndustry Benchmarks: Cross Border BFCM Review
Cross border BFCM 2025 unfolded within one of the most unpredictable trade environments in years. Many brands expected turbulence due to tariff adjustments, regulatory reform, the removal of de minimis thresholds in key markets, and rising scrutiny on cross border shipping. Instead of a downturn, the season delivered strong global performance. Shoppers remained active, but…
Read MoreImproving International Shipping Times: A Guide for Online Sellers
Online sellers face the complex challenge of meeting customer expectations for rapid delivery times, even across international borders. For decision-makers at 3PLs and merchants, the stakes are high—slow shipping can erode customer satisfaction and impede repeat business. Customer expectations are the same as domestic, but it is extraordinarily difficult to achieve with cross borders and…
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