On February 1, 2025, there were regulatory changes in the U.S. which denied products with country of origin from China and Hong Kong for duty-free de minimis treatment and imposed additional 10% tariff to the products with country of origin from China and Hong Kong.

On February 7, the duty-free de minimis treatment for products with country of origin from China and Hong Kong is reinstated. Accordingly, at the current juncture, shipments with duty-free treatment (less than USD 800 declared value) will no longer be charged the additional 10% tariff on the products with the country of origin from China and Hong Kong. The 10% tariff on products with country of origin from China and Hong Kong that are ineligible for de minimis remains in place. We understand that this change is temporary. Therefore, we strongly recommend customers who ship products with country of origin from China and Hong Kong to provide the 10-digit H.S. code and the Manufacturer Identification Code (MID) for the eligible shipments.

Money-back Guarantee for shipments to the U.S. is now reinstated for FedEx International Priority® services.

For all shippers shipping to the U.S, we highly recommend:

1. For all commodities: Provide the 10-digit H.S. code for all products with country of origin from China and Hong Kong, regardless of where shipments are made
2. Manufacturer Identification Code (MID) is required for commercial use as below:
   1. All shipments below $800 containing textile and apparel products need MID, except for #2 below. All other commodities below $800 do not need MID.
      • H.S. codes of the textile and apparel products that need MID code information can be found here.
   2. For textile and apparel below $250 will not need MID if the shipment meets the personal use (non-commercial) shipment criteria.
   3. For personal use (non-commercial) shipments of textile and apparel products, it is acceptable to report the shipper as the manufacturer if the actual manufacturer’s information is unavailable.
   4. We strongly recommend customers providing US Tax ID of the recipient/consignee if it needs to be paid by the recipient/consignee.

We remain focused on supporting our customers and working with them to adapt to the substantial changes resulting from the recent tariff announcements. FedEx has an experienced team of clearance and compliance experts who are working around the clock to continue enabling the movement of shipments across borders of the more than 220 countries and territories we serve.

The situation is fluid. Please stay tuned at fedex.com for more updates.

FAQ 1: What is a Manufacturer Identification Code (MID)?

MID code is one of the required information for import clearance into the U.S. It’s used as an alternative to the full name and address of a manufacturer, shipper or exporter and is always required for U.S. formal customs entries. MID code must be shown on the commercial invoice for import clearance into the U.S.

The MID code is used on paperwork presented to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the good's recipient.

H.S. codes of the textile and apparel products that need MID code information can be found here.

FAQ 2: How do I generate a Manufacturer Identification Code (MID code) for U.S. import?

To generate a Manufacturers Identification code (MID code), you need to make sure your manufacturer has provided their full business name and postal address.

Here is the step-by-step guide for generating MID code.

FAQ 3: I have a MID code for my shipments. Where can I insert this information?

Please provide the MID code together with the item in both the air waybill and the commercial invoice.

Here is the step-by-step guide for inputting HS code and MID in different FedEx Automation Tools.

On December 30, 2024, the Mexican government published regulations modifying simplified customs clearance, adding restrictions, and adjusting and expanding information requirements on the clearance of express shipments arriving in Mexico. The regulatory changes applicable to the simplified clearance of express shipments took effect on January 1, 2025.

Key regulatory requirements to keep in mind when shipping to Mexico:

• Simplified import clearance of express shipments will only be available for shipments valued below USD2,500. Shipments in the USD1,000-2,500 bracket will require the consignee to be registered in the Importer’s Registry (Padrón de Importadores) of the Tax Administration Service (www.sat.gob.mx).
• Shippers sending goods to Mexico intended for customs clearance under simplified entry (Pedimento Clave T1) will be required to provide additional and more detailed information about their shipments, particularly regarding the precise description of the goods and the consignee's full name, complete address, Mexican Tax ID (RFC and CURP), email address, and phone number. Shipments consigned to foreign nationals (non-Mexican citizens) may include other acceptable ID numbers: Passport Number, Tax ID or Social Security Number (SSN).  Any shipment missing the above details will be returned to its country of origin billed under the shipper’s account.
• Generic description of goods being shipped (e.g.: “Clothes”, “Gifts”, “Shoes”, “XYZ”, “SKU N° XXXXX”, etc.) and inaccurate shipper’s name (e.g.: “Unknown”, “X”, etc.) are prohibited by Mexican Customs and could impede the shipment from being cleared; and
• The previously available USD50 de minimis duty and tax exemption threshold has been eliminated.

Please click here for details on this and other regulatory changes (English-only).