As of August 29th, 2025, the United States has canceled the $800 de minimis rule, which previously allowed imports valued under $800 to enter duty-free with minimal customs checks.
This change means:
- All imports to the USA, regardless of value, may now be subject to duties, taxes, and stricter customs checks.
- The change was announced and implemented very suddenly, leaving logistics companies, carriers, and brands without clear guidance on how shipments will be processed.
- As a result, there is currently a high level of confusion and uncertainty around delivery times, costs, and procedures.
Why we’ve paused shipping to the USA
At Alpine Nation, we want to make sure that your order arrives smoothly, without unexpected fees or long delays. With the current situation, we cannot guarantee this. To avoid disappointment, we have temporarily suspended orders to the USA.
What if I already placed an order?
If you ordered before the suspension of shipments, your order will still be shipped out as normal.
- You will not be required to pay any additional fees beyond what you already paid at checkout.
- However, we kindly ask for your patience, as delivery may take longer than usual. With the new customs rules, there is uncertainty around how long clearance at the border may take.
What happens next
We are actively:
- Working with our logistics partners to understand the new customs processes.
- Exploring alternative solutions to ensure a reliable and transparent experience for our USA customers.
- Monitoring updates from customs authorities and carriers on how this rule change will be applied in practice.
When will USA orders return?
At this stage, we cannot give an exact date — but please know that re-enabling shipping to the USA is a top priority for us. As soon as we have a dependable solution in place, we will resume USA orders and let you know right away.
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Thank you for your patience and understanding. We truly value our USA community and are doing everything we can to bring back smooth and reliable shipping as soon as possible.