On April 2, 2025 EDT, President Trump signed executive orders to introduce new tariffs and adjust duty-free de minimis treatments as follows.

• Effective April 5, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EDT, a 10% tariff on products with country of origin from all countries/territories except Canada and Mexico in addition to any existing duties, fees, taxes, etc.

• Per the Presidential Memoranda dated April 11, 2025 EDT, “semiconductor” and related products (with specific HTSUS codes listed therein) are exempt from the reciprocal tariffs, effective retroactively from April 5, 2025. The exempted tariffs include 10% on all countries/territories that took effect on April 5, 2025 and the individualized reciprocal tariffs that took effect on April 9, 2025 (which was subsequently suspended from April 10, 2025 for all markets other than China, Hong Kong SAR China, and Macau SAR China). Note that China and Hong Kong SAR China remain to be subject to the Fentanyl-related tariff of 20% that took effect in February/March 2025.

• Any reciprocal tariff duties that were collected at or after April 5, 2025, 12:01 a.m. EDT on imports of “semiconductors” and related products shall be refunded in accordance with CBP’s standard procedures for such refunds.

• Effective April 9, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EDT,

  • individualized tariffs on 57 countries and territories will increase from 10% to the rate in the Reciprocal tariff sheet. We will provide the calculation methods of these additional tariffs as soon as possible.

  • The reciprocal tariffs applicable to China, Hong Kong SAR China, and Macau SAR China has increased from 34% to 84%.

• Effective April 10, 2025 EDT, 12:01 a.m. EDT,

  • The reciprocal tariffs applicable to China, Hong Kong SAR China, and Macau SAR China has increased from 84% to 125%.

  • The reciprocal individualized tariffs on products with the country of origin from the rest of the world have been suspended for 90 days until July 9, 2025. 10% tariff which took effect on April 5, 2025 will remain.

• Some goods will not be subject to the Reciprocal Tariff. These include:

1. articles subject to 50 USC 1702(b) (including, for example, certain donations and certain informational materials);
2. steel/aluminum articles and autos/auto parts already subject to Section 232 tariffs;
3. copper, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and lumber articles; 
4. all articles that may become subject to future Section 232 tariffs;
5. bullion; and
6. energy and other certain minerals that are not available in the United States.

• Effective May 2 at 12:01 a.m. EDT, Duty-free de minimis treatment will be removed from products with country of origin from China and Hong Kong SAR China imported into the U.S. regardless of the shipment origin, except for those sent through the postal network. We will provide more details and required actions as soon as possible.

• De minimis is still permitted for the rest of the world “until notification by the Secretary of Commerce to the President that adequate systems are in place to fully and expeditiously process and collect duty revenue applicable pursuant to this subsection for articles otherwise eligible for de minimis treatment.”

Our recommendations for customers to avoid customs delay

Customers who ship products with country of origin from mainland China and Hong Kong SAR China, Canada and Mexico to the United States regardless of the shipment origins should provide the necessary information below on the air waybill and/or commercial invoice to avoid customs delay:

1. Strong description of the products customers are shipping on the air waybill:

1. What is it?

2. How many are there?

3. What is it made from?

4. What is the intended use?

5. What is the country of manufacture? 

2. 10-digit H.T.S. code for proper duties-and-taxes estimations on the air waybill

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

• Customers can use FedEx Global Trade Manager to estimate any duties and taxes applicable to your shipment. User guides here.

• Customers who use FedEx API can add Rate API for getting estimate Duties and Taxes. For technical assistance related to FedEx API, please reach out to your local Customer Technology representative or send an email to APAC FedEx API support team at apacfedexapi@fedex.com.

3. Manufacturer Identification Code (MID) for commercial use shipments as below on the air waybill and commercial invoice is mandatory for: 

1. Any textile and apparel products regardless of customs value:

   • For personal use (non-commercial) shipments of textile and apparel products with Customs value less than US$ 250, it is acceptable to report the shipper as the manufacturer if the actual manufacturer’s information is unavailable.

2. Certain Partner Government Agencies commodities, e.g. FDA-regulated products

Remarks: Specific H.S. code of commodities/items might still require an MID code even if it’s considered not required above. H.S. codes of the textile and apparel products that need MID code information can be found here. 

4. Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Social Security Number (SSN) of the consignee is required for products using formal entry for the clearance process. Missing EIN or SSN of the consignee will lead to shipment being caged by the U.S. customs and returned to the shipper. Customers should input the EIN or SSN of the consignee in the Tax ID field of the FedEx shipping tools.

Incorrect or incomplete information submitted for customs clearance may be subject to service delay.

Since the situation is fluid, please stay tuned for updates at fedex.com.

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.

In light of the recent tariff changes that may affect your shipments into the United States, we are committed to ensuring a smooth customs clearance process and supporting you through these changes.

1. Effective May 2, 2025, To help ease the impact, we are introducing a lower fee structure for Disbursement Fee and Duty and Tax Forwarding Fee on shipments valued at USD800 or below importing into the United States

2. To facilitate a seamless experience, effective April 25, 2025, when sending FedEx® International Connect Plus (FICP) shipments containing products with country of origin from Mainland China or Hong Kong SAR China to the United States, you must provide accurate 10-digit H.T.S. codes of the items and a valid FedEx account number to settle duties and taxes payment. If the shipper does not provide the required customs information, we will adjust the duty and tax payor to the shipper’s FedEx account. 
3. Effective April 25, 2025, Air waybill will not be able to be created through selected shipping tools if the required information is not provided as below.

FedEx Support Tools

To help you navigate these changes, we offer the following support for you:

• Estimate Duties and Taxes: 
  • Use FedEx Global Trade Manager at fedex.com to estimate any duties and taxes applicable to your shipment. Please click here to kick start.
  • If you use FedEx API to ship with FedEx, you can add Rate API for getting estimate Duties and Taxes. For technical assistance related to FedEx API, please reach out to your local Customer Technology representative or send an email to APAC FedEx API support team at apacfedexapi@fedex.com. 
• U.S. Tariff Information Hub: Access our dedicated website for latest updates, tips and tailor solutions to assist you navigate the tariff changes with ease.

FedEx is committed to providing unparalleled support and service to our customers. We are here to assist you with every step of the way as you adapt to these changes. Thank you for choosing FedEx, where your satisfaction is our top priority.

Since the situation is fluid, please stay tuned for updates at fedex.com.

Effective today, tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to the United States are modified.

• Steel: Tariffs imposed on steel imports will be restored to 25% for all countries.

• Aluminum: Tariffs imposed on aluminum imports will increase from 10% to 25% for all countries, except Russia (which is 200%).

The proclamations terminate existing exemptions on imports from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the EU, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, and the UK.

Eligible steel and aluminum imports will continue to receive de minimis treatment

These tariffs primarily target raw steel and aluminum imports, including semi-finished products such as slabs and ingots. However, some processed products may also be affected depending on the level of processing and their classification under the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS).

In addition, the recent presidential proclamations on steel and aluminum identify new derivative steel and aluminum articles to be covered by the tariffs at a future date.

Effective immediately, select FedEx services into Saudi Arabia from select* origin countries are temporarily suspended. We will resume service as soon as possible and regret any delays or inconvenience this may cause.  

List of origin countries from where the service is suspended:

Please stay tuned at fedex.com for the latest updates.

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, email address, phone number, Mexican Tax ID (“RFC”) and Personal ID (“CURP”). Providing both RFC and CURP when creating shipments is mandatory and enforceable starting March 1, 2025. Shipments consigned to foreign nationals (non-Mexican citizens) may include other acceptable ID numbers: Passport Number, Tax ID or Social Security Number (SSN). Shipments consigned to Mexican businesses and legal entities must include their RFC, whereas those consigned to Mexican nationals under 18 years of age must include their CURP. 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 US$50 de minimis duty and tax exemption threshold has been eliminated.

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

We have noticed an increase in impropriety shipments of cigarettes to Australia. Please make sure to declare the contents of your shipments correctly, as there are penalties for fraudulent shipments under the Customs Act.

If shipment is found to contain fraudulently declared or concealed cigarettes, the shipment will be disposed of in accordance with our Terms and Conditions of Service. Any additional costs incurred due to fraudulent shipments, etc., will be borne by the customer.

If you have any inquiries, please contact customer service.

We would like to inform you that we will be conducting a compliance-related business confirmation as follows:

When a physician or a veterinarian imports products into Japan, a condition of the “Import Confirmation Certificate” issued by regional office of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW), and the “Request for Confirmation” issued by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) requires that the shipment be delivered directly to the physician, veterinarian, or their hospital. Both regional office of MHLW and MAFF confirmed that no change to the delivery address is allowed. We ask for the cooperation of physicians, veterinarians, agents and representatives to provide the correct final delivery address to the overseas shipper from the onset so as to comply with these government conditions for import the products.

FedEx requires pre-authorization for the safe transport of jewelry and bullion. If any of the following conditions apply to your shipment, please contact your FedEx sales representative to obtain prior approval.

Jewelry: Value $100,000 US dollars

Bullion: All Bullion shipments

Please note that we will not accept individual shipments under the above conditions.

Please follow below shipping regulations regardless of invoice amount.

1. Use FedEx International Priority service only

2. Multiple packages with 1 AWB is not allowed

3. Manual AWB cannot be used

4. FedEx Envelopes and Paks or other soft outer packaging materials are prohibited

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced that it will begin rejecting any U.S. import shipment data containing vague descriptions effective November 12, 2024. If CBP rejects a vague cargo description, then FedEx may decline the shipment at origin or may hold the shipment at origin until complete data is submitted.

FedEx customers are reminded of the importance of providing precise cargo descriptions when creating their shipments with FedEx to ensure their shipments comply with CBP’s regulations. After the effective date, any shipments identified by CBP as containing vague descriptions will be rejected by CBP and may incur delays.

Precise descriptions accurately describe what the goods are made of and their intended use. Examples include “children’s toys made of plastic” rather than “toys” and “women’s dresses made of 60% cotton 40% polyester” rather than “clothing”.

To learn more about writing a clear commodity description, watch our video here on fedex.com. Additionally, CBP has provided a list of examples to illustrate how to create a precise commodity description, which you can find here.

With this enforcement in place, manual air waybills destined for the United States will experience a 1-day transit extension. To minimize any impact on your shipments, we encourage customers to utilize FedEx online shipping tools to create shipments.

For further information and support related to this enforcement, please contact your sales representative or FedEx customer service team.

Under the Standard Conditions of Carriage for APAC, the shipper is ultimately liable for, and will be billed for, all charges and fees, including freight and any customs duties or other taxes advanced by FedEx in the event of non-payment by the consignee or any third party, notwithstanding any payment instructions on waybills. Please refer to the Standard Conditions of Carriage for APAC under 'Billing' and 'Duties and Taxes' for further details.

In order to prevent delays in customs clearance due to incomplete documentation, customers are requested to pay attention to the following points when preparing shipping documents.

Commercial invoice

• The currency and declared value of the Air Waybill and commercial invoice must match.
• Even if the contents of the shipment are free of charge, such as samples, "No Commercial Value = zero" cannot be declared to customs. Please be sure to enter the value of the transaction as if it were a paid transaction.
• Please enter the exporter's name (company name except for individuals) in the Exporter column and the consignee's name (company name except for individuals) in the Consignee column on the commercial invoice.

ETD (Electronic Trade Document)

• Please upload all customs clearance documents including the packing list.
• If the file format doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, or .txt is used, it may not be uploaded properly. pdf, jpg, and gif are recommended.

For more information on ETD, please click here.

We are writing to inform you that it is prohibited to reuse a waybill number that has already been used for a shipment, whether on the same day or at a later date. We are doing this for the following reasons:

• The scan information may not be accurately reflected at the point of transit, resulting in lost or delayed packages.
• Information required for billing, such as shipping address, destination, weight, size, etc., may not be read correctly, resulting in incorrect charges.
• Failure to read cargo information correctly leads to problems with customs procedures.

The reuse of a once used waybill number causes great inconvenience to our customers. Therefore, we reserve the right to refuse to accept a shipment or return a shipment if we discover that the waybill number has been reused. We ask that you prepare a new waybill for each shipment. We appreciate your understanding in ensuring that your shipments reach to their destinations quickly and reliably.