DHL, beginning Monday, has announced a temporary suspension of business-to-consumer shipments to the United States that are valued at more than $800. This decision arises from recent changes in U.S. tariff policies, which have led to significant increases in customs clearance times.

The new tariffs, instituted by U.S. President Donald Trump earlier this year, have drastically reduced the threshold for tax-free consumer shipments from $2,500 to $800. As a consequence of this policy change, DHL has found it necessary to halt shipments over this value to manage the escalating demands related to customs processing.

It is important to note that this suspension specifically affects shipments from businesses to consumers. However, business-to-business shipments will not face any interruptions. Additionally, shipments valued at $800 or less—whether destined for businesses or consumers—are also exempt from this temporary suspension.

DHL emphasized the growing challenges they face by stating, “While we are working diligently to scale up and manage this increase, shipments over USD 800—regardless of origin—may experience multi-day delays.” This highlights the logistical complications arising from the new tariff regulations, which are straining the shipping processes.

The company reassured its customers that this is a temporary measure and that they would provide updates as the situation develops. With the fluctuation in tariff policies and the resultant impact on shipping practices, consumers and businesses alike will need to adjust their expectations regarding delivery times for higher-value shipments to the U.S.