Supply Chain Moves podcast · Episode 4
The One with the $800 Secret: Navigating Section 321
Hosted by Lara Guevara.
Episode summary
Lara explains Section 321 shipments, a U.S. provision that affects import duties on shipments valued under $800. She covers who can benefit, how it affects customs clearance, how to stay compliant and works through a case study. It is useful for U.S. e-commerce businesses that import goods.
Note: Recorded before the U.S. suspended the $800 de minimis exemption in August 2025. Check the current rules with your customs broker before relying on Section 321.
What you will learn
- What Section 321 is and who can benefit
- Duty savings and simpler customs clearance for e-commerce
- Tips for using Section 321 correctly and staying compliant
- A case study showing how the numbers work
- Answers to common questions about Section 321
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