I didn't know where to post this, but thought I'd post it here for better visibility.
Yesterday I was poking around the merchandise store for the Charlatans and up at the top they had a red banner regarding shipments to the U.S. That linked to another site where the info was broken down as to what's going on from the 29th of August (https://www.on-repeat.co.uk/us-imports/). I guess ordering anything from overseas now will have to be relooked at. This is what it says:
Changes to USA import and duties
From August 29th, 2025 there will be a change to the US import rules that will affect all orders shipped into the United States of America.
What's Happening?
Currently, when orders that are worth less than $800 are shipped into the US, import taxes and duties are not applied as your orders are covered by the "$800 de minimis exemption."
However, we have recently been notified that starting from August 29th, 2025 the $800 de minimis exemption will be completely removed. This means that every order shipped into the United States, no matter of its value will be subject to customs duties and taxes.
What Does This Mean for You?
Unfortunately, this means all shipments into the United States will have import taxes applied.
The quick and simple customs clearance for low-value items has will now end and all shipments will have to go through a more detailed process which will require more paperwork and duties calculations.
This is a significant change that will affect anyone shipping goods into the United States.
In light of these changes, we'll be re-routing all US orders to a tracked carrier service
More information...
whitehouse.org
New York Times
bbc.co.uk
theguardian.com
Please note, this is all subject to change. We will update this page with any future changes.
For the U.S. members here - Tariffs and you
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Re: For the U.S. members here - Tariffs and you
The way that the tech YouTuber linustechtips got around this (they're Canada based) was to open a separate US store.
When I click a link to the PSB store on their site, by default it now automatically brings me to the PSB page on the Warner Brothers Ireland store.
When I click a link to the PSB store on their site, by default it now automatically brings me to the PSB page on the Warner Brothers Ireland store.
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Re: For the U.S. members here - Tariffs and you
I just read an article today that gives a bit more clarification to this tariff mess. I've bolded things for emphasis:
European Postal Services Suspend Shipment of Packages to US over Tariffs
ATHENS, Greece (AP) – Multiple postal services around Europe announced Saturday that they are suspending the shipment of many packages to the United States amid a lack of clarity over new import duties.
Postal services in Germany, Denmark, Sweden and Italy said they will stop shipping most merchandise to the U.S. effective immediately. France and Austria will follow Monday, and the United Kingdom Tuesday.
Under a decree signed by President Donald Trump last month, international goods that were previously exempt from U.S. tariffs – those valued under $800 – will be subject to import duties from Aug. 29. Letters, books, gifts and small parcels worth less than $100 will continue to be exempt.
A trade framework agreed by the U.S. and the European Union last month set a 15% tariff on the vast majority of products shipped from the EU.
Many European postal services say they are pausing deliveries now because they cannot guarantee the goods will enter the U.S. before Aug. 29. They cite ambiguity about what kind of goods are covered by the new rules, and the lack of time to process their implications.
Starting Saturday, Deutsche Post and DHL Parcel Germany said they “will no longer be able to accept and transport parcels and postal items containing goods from business customers destined for the US.”
Postnord, the Nordic logistics company, and Italy’s postal service announced similar suspensions effective Saturday.
“In the absence of different instructions from US authorities … Poste Italiane will be forced, like other European postal operators, to temporarily suspend acceptance of all shipments containing goods destined for the United States, starting August 23. Mail shipments not containing merchandise will continue to be accepted,” Poste Italiane said Friday.
Shipping by services such as DHL Express remains possible, it added.
Björn Bergman, head of PostNord’s Group Brand and Communication, said the pause was “unfortunate but necessary to ensure full compliance of the newly implemented rules.”
In the Netherlands, PostNL spokesperson Wout Witteveen said the Trump administration is pressing ahead with the new duties despite U.S. authorities lacking a system to collect them. He said that PostNL is working closely with its U.S. counterparts to find a solution.
“If you have something to send to America, you should do it today,” Witteveen told The Associated Press.
Austrian Post, Austria’s leading logistics and postal service provider, stated that the last acceptance of commercial shipments to the U.S., including Puerto Rico, will take place Tuesday.
France’s national postal service, La Poste, said the U.S. did not provide full details or allow enough time for the French postal service to prepare for new customs procedures.
“Despite discussions with U.S. customs services, no time was provided to postal operators to re-organize and assure the necessary computer updates to conform to the new rules,” it said in a statement.
The UK’s Royal Mail said it would halt U.S. shipments on Tuesday “to allow time for those packages to arrive before duties kick in.” Items originating in the U.K. will require a 10% duty for items over $100, it said.
PostEurop, an association of 51 European public postal operators, said that if no solution can be found by Aug. 29 all its members will likely follow suit.
https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/0 ... r-tariffs/
European Postal Services Suspend Shipment of Packages to US over Tariffs
ATHENS, Greece (AP) – Multiple postal services around Europe announced Saturday that they are suspending the shipment of many packages to the United States amid a lack of clarity over new import duties.
Postal services in Germany, Denmark, Sweden and Italy said they will stop shipping most merchandise to the U.S. effective immediately. France and Austria will follow Monday, and the United Kingdom Tuesday.
Under a decree signed by President Donald Trump last month, international goods that were previously exempt from U.S. tariffs – those valued under $800 – will be subject to import duties from Aug. 29. Letters, books, gifts and small parcels worth less than $100 will continue to be exempt.
A trade framework agreed by the U.S. and the European Union last month set a 15% tariff on the vast majority of products shipped from the EU.
Many European postal services say they are pausing deliveries now because they cannot guarantee the goods will enter the U.S. before Aug. 29. They cite ambiguity about what kind of goods are covered by the new rules, and the lack of time to process their implications.
Starting Saturday, Deutsche Post and DHL Parcel Germany said they “will no longer be able to accept and transport parcels and postal items containing goods from business customers destined for the US.”
Postnord, the Nordic logistics company, and Italy’s postal service announced similar suspensions effective Saturday.
“In the absence of different instructions from US authorities … Poste Italiane will be forced, like other European postal operators, to temporarily suspend acceptance of all shipments containing goods destined for the United States, starting August 23. Mail shipments not containing merchandise will continue to be accepted,” Poste Italiane said Friday.
Shipping by services such as DHL Express remains possible, it added.
Björn Bergman, head of PostNord’s Group Brand and Communication, said the pause was “unfortunate but necessary to ensure full compliance of the newly implemented rules.”
In the Netherlands, PostNL spokesperson Wout Witteveen said the Trump administration is pressing ahead with the new duties despite U.S. authorities lacking a system to collect them. He said that PostNL is working closely with its U.S. counterparts to find a solution.
“If you have something to send to America, you should do it today,” Witteveen told The Associated Press.
Austrian Post, Austria’s leading logistics and postal service provider, stated that the last acceptance of commercial shipments to the U.S., including Puerto Rico, will take place Tuesday.
France’s national postal service, La Poste, said the U.S. did not provide full details or allow enough time for the French postal service to prepare for new customs procedures.
“Despite discussions with U.S. customs services, no time was provided to postal operators to re-organize and assure the necessary computer updates to conform to the new rules,” it said in a statement.
The UK’s Royal Mail said it would halt U.S. shipments on Tuesday “to allow time for those packages to arrive before duties kick in.” Items originating in the U.K. will require a 10% duty for items over $100, it said.
PostEurop, an association of 51 European public postal operators, said that if no solution can be found by Aug. 29 all its members will likely follow suit.
https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/0 ... r-tariffs/
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Re: For the U.S. members here - Tariffs and you
Greetings,
Here's some interesting guidance I received today as a Discogs seller.....
Hello,
We understand you may have concerns about how tariffs and executive orders in the United States could impact your business on Discogs. Here’s everything we know about the situation so far.
US Tariffs Should Not Apply to Your Inventory on Discogs
Vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, and other recorded media should be exempt from any tariffs under US presidential executive order.
The executive order going into effect on August 29, 2025, removes a long-standing "de minimis" tariff exemption for most goods valued under USD $800. However, this change does not apply to "informational materials” like music media, which are still exempt from tariffs under US law 50 USC 1702(b)(3).
Simply put, music and informational media have always been exempt from tariffs and continue to be so at this time. This means neither sellers nor collectors on Discogs should be charged additional customs fees.
Be Prepared for Potential Delays and Complications
While music and informational media should be exempt, customs and postal carriers may experience delays or mistakes as they adjust to the new requirements. Many postal services have already announced that they are pausing all shipments to the US to give themselves time to prepare accordingly. Meanwhile, commercial carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL Express are currently moving shipments into the US, but these options may come at a higher price than usual. We expect several changes over the coming weeks, and we’ll do our best to keep track of new information.
Recommendations for Smoother Processing
We can’t guarantee that everything will run smoothly with postal carriers or customs. However, we have a few recommendations that should help with the processing of your shipments into the US:
Provide clear descriptions. We strongly recommend including precise descriptions. For example, instead of “vinyl,” use "Informational Materials: phonograph (vinyl) record” as this phrase is more in line with the legal terminology.
Use the correct HS codes. Please use the appropriate Harmonized System (HS) codes, which can be found on the commercial receipt provided by Discogs. Here are the codes for the three most common media formats in Discogs’ Marketplace:
Vinyl Records: 8523.80.1000
CDs: 8523.49.2020
Cassettes: 8523.29.1000
You Choose How You Sell on Discogs
While we hope that you can feel confident knowing that music media should be exempt from US tariffs, we understand that you may want to avoid this tricky situation until there is more assurance that customs processes are working correctly. You always have control over where and how you ship, and Discogs has the tools to help:
Shipping Policies: You can review and update your Shipping Policies at any time. If you’re unsure about how, we have resources to help you learn more.
Seller Terms: You can use your Seller Terms to inform customers about your postal carriers, shipping timelines, and other important details ahead of a purchase.
We’ll Navigate This Together
Your success is incredibly important to us. We are closely monitoring this situation and will communicate any major changes that could affect you and your business. For more information and the latest updates, please check in with our complete guide:
Stay Informed
Thank you for being a part of our seller community.
Sincerely,
Discogs
Here's some interesting guidance I received today as a Discogs seller.....
Hello,
We understand you may have concerns about how tariffs and executive orders in the United States could impact your business on Discogs. Here’s everything we know about the situation so far.
US Tariffs Should Not Apply to Your Inventory on Discogs
Vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, and other recorded media should be exempt from any tariffs under US presidential executive order.
The executive order going into effect on August 29, 2025, removes a long-standing "de minimis" tariff exemption for most goods valued under USD $800. However, this change does not apply to "informational materials” like music media, which are still exempt from tariffs under US law 50 USC 1702(b)(3).
Simply put, music and informational media have always been exempt from tariffs and continue to be so at this time. This means neither sellers nor collectors on Discogs should be charged additional customs fees.
Be Prepared for Potential Delays and Complications
While music and informational media should be exempt, customs and postal carriers may experience delays or mistakes as they adjust to the new requirements. Many postal services have already announced that they are pausing all shipments to the US to give themselves time to prepare accordingly. Meanwhile, commercial carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL Express are currently moving shipments into the US, but these options may come at a higher price than usual. We expect several changes over the coming weeks, and we’ll do our best to keep track of new information.
Recommendations for Smoother Processing
We can’t guarantee that everything will run smoothly with postal carriers or customs. However, we have a few recommendations that should help with the processing of your shipments into the US:
Provide clear descriptions. We strongly recommend including precise descriptions. For example, instead of “vinyl,” use "Informational Materials: phonograph (vinyl) record” as this phrase is more in line with the legal terminology.
Use the correct HS codes. Please use the appropriate Harmonized System (HS) codes, which can be found on the commercial receipt provided by Discogs. Here are the codes for the three most common media formats in Discogs’ Marketplace:
Vinyl Records: 8523.80.1000
CDs: 8523.49.2020
Cassettes: 8523.29.1000
You Choose How You Sell on Discogs
While we hope that you can feel confident knowing that music media should be exempt from US tariffs, we understand that you may want to avoid this tricky situation until there is more assurance that customs processes are working correctly. You always have control over where and how you ship, and Discogs has the tools to help:
Shipping Policies: You can review and update your Shipping Policies at any time. If you’re unsure about how, we have resources to help you learn more.
Seller Terms: You can use your Seller Terms to inform customers about your postal carriers, shipping timelines, and other important details ahead of a purchase.
We’ll Navigate This Together
Your success is incredibly important to us. We are closely monitoring this situation and will communicate any major changes that could affect you and your business. For more information and the latest updates, please check in with our complete guide:
Stay Informed
Thank you for being a part of our seller community.
Sincerely,
Discogs
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Re: For the U.S. members here - Tariffs and you
The shop belonging to the excellent Super Deluxe Edition website confirmed the above in a post on their store today too.
https://www.thesdeshop.com/pages/us-shipping-info
https://www.thesdeshop.com/pages/us-shipping-info
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Re: For the U.S. members here - Tariffs and you
FWIW, I received my Potemkin bluray from Amazon UK today, shipped by DHL to the US with no additional charges.